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    Pre-Commissioning Unit Ted Stevens, USS Daniel Inouye sail together [Image 2 of 9]

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    An aerial photograph shows two naval warships underway in open blue ocean waters. Both vessels appear to be guided-missile destroyers (DDG-class) traveling in formation, with the closer ship emitting light exhaust smoke from its stack. The image was likely taken from a helicopter or aircraft, providing an elevated perspective of the maritime operation.

    SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    09.17.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Aaron Rolle 

    Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet           

    The Navy’s newest Flight III Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, Pre-Commissioning Unit Ted Stevens (DDG 128), sails alongside Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Daniel Inouye (DDG 118) off the coast of San Diego, Sept. 17, 2026. The historic transit mirrors the deep partnership and "brotherhood" of their namesakes, decorated World War II veterans U.S. Sen. Ted Stevens of Alaska and U.S. Sen. Daniel Inouye of Hawaii, who jointly championed Pacific defense initiatives and represented the strategic maritime interests of their non-contiguous home states. Ted Stevens is the first warship to bear the late senator’s name, honoring his legacy of defense advocacy alongside his lifelong Senate colleague and close friend. An integral part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, U.S. 3rd Fleet operates naval forces in the Indo-Pacific and provides realistic, relevant training necessary to execute the U.S. Navy’s role across the full spectrum of military operations, from combat operations to humanitarian assistance and disaster response. U.S. 3rd Fleet works together with allies and partners to advance freedom of navigation, the rule of law, and other principles that underpin security in the Indo-Pacific region (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Aaron J. Rolle)

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    Date Taken: 09.17.2026
    Date Posted: 09.18.2026 22:14
    Photo ID: 9946121
    VIRIN: 260917-N-GN902-1167
    Resolution: 4243x2829
    Size: 2.09 MB
    Location: SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, US
    Web Views: 6
    Downloads: 2

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    Two naval warships are underway in open blue ocean waters under a partly cloudy sky. The foreground vessel is a U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, identifiable by the American flag and a blue pennant flying from its mast, with visible exhaust smoke trailing from its stack. A second warship of similar class is visible in the background to the right, both appearing to be on a parallel course.
    An aerial photograph shows two naval warships underway in open blue ocean waters. Both vessels appear to be guided-missile destroyers (DDG-class) traveling in formation, with the closer ship emitting light exhaust smoke from its stack. The image was likely taken from a helicopter or aircraft, providing an elevated perspective of the maritime operation.
    Two naval warships, appearing to be Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers of the United States Navy, are underway in open blue ocean waters. Both vessels are sailing in a parallel formation, with one ship visibly emitting smoke or exhaust from its superstructure. An American flag and at least one additional flag are visible on the nearer vessel.
    Two naval warships are underway in open blue ocean waters, photographed from an elevated aerial perspective. Both vessels are flying American flags and appear to be operating in formation or conducting a joint naval exercise. One ship on the right appears to be emitting exhaust smoke from its propulsion system.
    Two gray naval warships are sailing in formation across open blue ocean waters. The foreground vessel appears to be emitting smoke or exhaust from its superstructure, suggesting active propulsion or weapons activity. Both vessels appear to be modern guided-missile destroyers or frigates based on their hull profiles and superstructure configurations.
    An aerial photograph shows two naval warships sailing in formation across open blue ocean waters. The foreground vessel displays a visible American flag, identifying it as a US Navy warship, likely an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer. Both ships appear to be underway at moderate speed, leaving visible wakes in calm sea conditions.
    Two U.S. Navy warships are underway in open blue ocean, sailing in parallel formation. Both vessels are flying American flags and appear to be Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers. The ship on the right is emitting light smoke or exhaust, suggesting active propulsion or a recent firing event.
    Two gray naval warships, consistent with Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers, are sailing in formation across open blue ocean waters. The foreground vessel displays a United States flag, and both ships appear to be underway at moderate speed, leaving visible wakes. The image appears to document a naval formation exercise or transit operation.
    Two U.S. Navy warships are sailing in formation across open blue ocean waters. Both vessels appear to be Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers, identifiable by their gray hulls, superstructure configuration, and American flags. The ships are traveling on parallel courses with visible white wake trails behind them.

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