160727-N-FT110-277 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 27, 2016) Naval
Summary
160727-N-FT110-277 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 27, 2016) Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) 2nd Class Joseph Kreidler, assigned to the “Black Knights” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 4, flies in an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter during an aerial visit, board, search and seizure training exercise. Carl Vinson is currently underway with embarked Carrier Air Wing 2 and Destroyer Squadron 1 conducting the Tailored Ship's Training Availability (TSTA) and Final Evaluation Problem in preparation for their upcoming deployment. During TSTA, Afloat Training Group Pacific evaluates training drills and real-world scenarios, while placing an emphasis on damage control, flight deck operations and simulated combat. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class D’Andre L. Roden/Released)