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Aviation Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Christopher Cogar,

Aviation Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Christopher Cogar,

Aviation Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Christopher Cogar, left, from Cleveland and Aviation Machinist's Mate Airman Asunta Allen, from San Diego, measure a high-pressure turbine shaft before installing it into a F... More

Culinary Specialist Seaman Luke Nicholas, from Terra

Culinary Specialist Seaman Luke Nicholas, from Terra

Culinary Specialist Seaman Luke Nicholas, from Terra Linda, Calif., right, serves ice cream for the Super Bowl XLVIII party aboard the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73... More

Sailors measure a high-pressure turbine shaft.

Sailors measure a high-pressure turbine shaft.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jun. 10, 2012) Aviation Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Christopher Cogar, left, from Cleveland and Aviation Machinist's Mate Airman Asunta Allen, from San Diego, measure a high-pressure turbine shaft... More

Sailors assigned to the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) make pottery with Seijou Gakuen Christian Handicap Rehabilitation Center students

Sailors assigned to the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier ...

YOKOHAMA, Japan (Apr. 26, 2013) Sailors assigned to the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) make pottery with Seijou Gakuen Christian Handicap Rehabilitation Center stud... More

Seaman Okpara Kelly stands the aft lookout watch on the signal bridge aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Seaman Okpara Kelly stands the aft lookout watch on the signal bridge ...

Aboard USS George Washington . -- Seaman Okpara Kelly, from Detroit, Mich., stands the aft lookout watch on the signal bridge aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73). The Norfolk-based carrier is conducting Comp... More

Lt. Dave Levy, assistant public affairs officer aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73)

Lt. Dave Levy, assistant public affairs officer aboard the aircraft ca...

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Sep. 15, 2011) Lt. Dave Levy, assistant public affairs officer aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), speaks with Bishop Richard Spencer, a senior cleric of the Archdiocese... More

Aviation Structural Mechanic (Safety Equipment) 3rd Class Sarah Esmailzadeh prepares to launch an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115.

Aviation Structural Mechanic (Safety Equipment) 3rd Class Sarah Esmail...

PHILIPPINE SEA (Jun. 12, 2015) Aviation Structural Mechanic (Safety Equipment) 3rd Class Sarah Esmailzadeh prepares to launch an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 from th... More

Machinery Repairman Fireman Nicholas Crowe of Carthage, Texas, cuts open the outer door.

Machinery Repairman Fireman Nicholas Crowe of Carthage, Texas, cuts op...

Atlantic Ocean (Jan. 29, 2004) Machinery Repairman Fireman Nicholas Crowe of Carthage, Texas, cuts open the outer door sheathing that covers the locking mechanism on a safe aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73)... More

 Airman Steven Hanson, assigned to the air department of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), applies masking tape before repainting the number 73 on the ship's island.

Airman Steven Hanson, assigned to the air department of the aircraft ...

YOKOSUKA, Japan (May. 05, 2011) Airman Steven Hanson, assigned to the air department of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), applies masking tape before repainting the number 73 on the ship's is... More

HSC-25 aviation warfare systems operators watch as Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Robert Campbell, right, and Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Abby Blair attach a cargo pennant to an MH-60S Seahawk on the flight deck aboard USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63)

HSC-25 aviation warfare systems operators watch as Aviation Ordnancema...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jun. 20, 2008) Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 aviation warfare systems operators watch as Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Robert Campbell, right, of Porter, Texas, and Aviation Ordnanceman A... More

Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Brandon Yarberry and Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Michael Rodriguez conduct a routine inspection on a 20mm MK-61 automatic gun.

Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Brandon Yarberry and Aviation Ordnancem...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 02, 2008) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Brandon Yarberry, left, from Cincinnati, and Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Michael Rodriguez, from Passaic, N.J., conduct a routine inspection on a ... More

Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) pull in a line from the Military Sealift Command fleet replishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199).

Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) pull i...

PHILIPPINE SEA (May. 09, 2008) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) pull in a line from the Military Sealift Command fleet replishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199). Once the two s... More

Hospital corpsmen aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) carry a box of influenza vaccine aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Hospital corpsmen aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (C...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sep. 25, 2011) Hospital corpsmen aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) carry a box of influenza vaccine aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN... More

Nimitz-class nuclear aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) approaches amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) to conduct flight operations for the transfer of equipment and personnel.

Nimitz-class nuclear aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) a...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 10, 2016) Nimitz-class nuclear aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) approaches amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) to conduct flight operations for the transfer of equip... More

Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) are greeted by fellow shipmates upon their arrival to Naval Base Kitsap-Bremerton after being underway with the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) are greet...

BREMERTON, Wash. (Dec. 19, 2015) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) are greeted by fellow shipmates upon their arrival to Naval Base Kitsap-Bremerton after being underway with the airc... More

Sailors man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Sailors man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washingto...

SAN DIEGO (Aug. 21, 2008) Sailors man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during the ship's departure from Naval Air Station North Island in San Diego. George Washington departe... More

Aviation Ordnance Airman Taylor McQuinn signals the pilot of an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter attached to the Saberhawks of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 77 during a change of command ceremony.

Aviation Ordnance Airman Taylor McQuinn signals the pilot of an MH-60R...

MOLUCCA SEA (Jul. 04, 2015) Aviation Ordnance Airman Taylor McQuinn signals the pilot of an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter attached to the Saberhawks of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 77 during a change ... More

A Sailor plays Amazing Grace during a memorial service.

A Sailor plays Amazing Grace during a memorial service.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jul. 17, 2012) Intelligence Specialist 3rd Class Cameron Jones, assigned to the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), plays Amazing Grace during a memorial service in honor of Airman... More

A crewmember assigned to USNS Sirius (T-AFS 8) attaches a cargo sling to a MH-60S Knighthawk.

A crewmember assigned to USNS Sirius (T-AFS 8) attaches a cargo sling ...

Arabian Gulf (Mar. 26, 2004) A crewmember assigned to Military Sealift Command (MSC) combat stores ship USNS Sirius (T-AFS 8) attaches a cargo sling to a MH-60S Knighthawk assigned to the "Chargers" of Helicopt... More

Aviation Boatswain�s Mate Airman Jorge Font from San Sebastian, Puerto Rico, signals to an EA-6B Prowler, assigned to the Patriots of  Electronic Attack Squadron One Four Zero (VAQ-140) onto one of four steam-powered  catapults .

Aviation Boatswain�s Mate Airman Jorge Font from San Sebastian, Puerto...

Atlantic Ocean (Jan. 21, 2004) Aviation Boatswains Mate Airman Jorge Font from San Sebastian, Puerto Rico, signals to an EA-6B Prowler, assigned to the Patriots of Electronic Attack Squadron One Four Zero (VAQ... More

The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) transits off the coast of Southern California.

The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) transits off the c...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 28, 2008) The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) transits off the coast of Southern California conducting its combat operations efficiency evaluation with Carrier Air Wing (CVW)... More

Aviation Machinist Mate Airman Davis Martinez (left) of Fresno, Calif., and Aviation Machinist Mate 2nd Class Richard Montoya of San Diego, Calif.,

Aviation Machinist Mate Airman Davis Martinez (left) of Fresno, Calif....

Atlantic Ocean (Dec. 11, 2003) Aviation Machinist Mate Airman Davis Martinez (left) of Fresno, Calif., and Aviation Machinist Mate 2nd Class Richard Montoya of San Diego, Calif., prepare a General Electric F-11... More

Sailors assigned to the medical department aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) conduct stretcher-bearer training on the floating accommodation facility for Sailors on duty.

Sailors assigned to the medical department aboard the Nimitz-class air...

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Feb. 19, 2018) Sailors assigned to the medical department aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) conduct stretcher-bearer training on the floating accommodati... More

Sailors attend an all-hands call aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during a hull-swap with the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) at Naval Air Station North Island.

Sailors attend an all-hands call aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carr...

SAN DIEGO (Aug. 18, 2015) Sailors attend an all-hands call aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during a hull-swap with the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) at Nava... More

Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) remove mattresses from the ship at Naval Air Station North Island, Calif.

Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) remove...

SAN DIEGO (Aug. 22, 2008) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) remove mattresses from the ship at Naval Air Station North Island, Calif. Thousands of mattresses, and tons of equipment... More

Ballcaps worn by Sailors from the crews of the Nimitz-class aircraft carriers USS George Washington (CVN 73) and USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), who are conducting a hull-swap in San Diego.

Ballcaps worn by Sailors from the crews of the Nimitz-class aircraft c...

SAN DIEGO (Aug. 13, 2015) Ballcaps worn by Sailors from the crews of the Nimitz-class aircraft carriers USS George Washington (CVN 73) and USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), who are conducting a hull-swap in San Diego... More

Sailors assigned to the deck department of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) receive supplies during a replenishment at sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Pecos (T-AO 197).

Sailors assigned to the deck department of the aircraft carrier USS Ge...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 09, 2009) Sailors assigned to the deck department of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) receive supplies during a replenishment at sea with the Military Sealift Command flee... More

Sailors remove a mooring line from a bollard as the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) departs Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka for a scheduled underway.

Sailors remove a mooring line from a bollard as the aircraft carrier U...

YOKOSUKA, Japan (May. 20, 2009) Sailors remove a mooring line from a bollard as the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) departs Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka for a scheduled underway. George ... More

Sailor prepars and aircraft for catapult launch aboard CVN 73.

Sailor prepars and aircraft for catapult launch aboard CVN 73.

At sea aboard USS George Washington Aviation Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Heath Oelman from Ackley, IA, helps guide the launch bar into the shuttle on catapult three, as it prepares to launch aircraft assigned to... More

Lt. Cmdr. Stephen Riggs launches an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 off the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63).

Lt. Cmdr. Stephen Riggs launches an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to S...

PHILIPPINE SEA (May. 06, 2008) Lt. Cmdr. Stephen Riggs launches an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 off the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63). Kitty Ha... More

An F-14B Tomcat assigned to the �Pukin� Dogs� of Fighter Squadron One Four Three (VF-143) prepares to launch off the flight deck aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73) for a nighttime mission.

An F-14B Tomcat assigned to the �Pukin� Dogs� of Fighter Squadron One ...

Arabian Gulf (Mar. 05, 2004) An F-14B Tomcat assigned to the Pukin Dogs of Fighter Squadron One Four Three (VF-143) prepares to launch off the flight deck aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73) for a nighttime m... More

A Sailor directs an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 as it taxis to a catapult.

A Sailor directs an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Eagles of Str...

PACIFIC OCEAN (May. 25, 2014) A Sailor directs an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 as it taxis to a catapult aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George W... More

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Cedric Starling directs a MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Dragon Whales of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28 on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Cedric Starling directs...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Apr. 14, 2016) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Cedric Starling directs a MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Dragon Whales of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28 on the flight... More

Sailors prepare an elastomeric bearing for painting in the airframe shop aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73.

Sailors prepare an elastomeric bearing for painting in the airframe sh...

WATERS SOUTH OF JAPAN (May. 20, 2015) Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class James Flores and Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Darquis Thomas prepare an elastomeric bearing for painting in the airframe shop ... More

The Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Regina (FFH 334), front, and the frigate USS Vandegrift (FFG 48) sail on the starboard side of the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63).

The Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Regina (FFH 334), front, and the frigat...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jun. 23, 2008) The Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Regina (FFH 334), front, and the frigate USS Vandegrift (FFG 48) sail on the starboard side of the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63). Kitty Haw... More

Aviation Electrician's Mate 1st Class David Anderson is greeted by his wife upon returning from deployment aboard aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Aviation Electrician's Mate 1st Class David Anderson is greeted by his...

NORFOLK, Va. (Dec. 17, 2015) Aviation Electrician's Mate 1st Class David Anderson is greeted by his wife upon returning from deployment aboard aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). Washington arrives... More

An E/A-18G Growler from the Shadowhawks of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 141 prepares to make an arrested landing on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

An E/A-18G Growler from the Shadowhawks of Electronic Attack Squadron ...

WATERS NEAR HAWAII (Aug. 01, 2015) An E/A-18G Growler from the Shadowhawks of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 141 prepares to make an arrested landing on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier US... More

Navy Chaplain, Lt. Joe Coffey, of Philadelphia, Pa., reads a prayer during a church service in the ship�s chapel aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Navy Chaplain, Lt. Joe Coffey, of Philadelphia, Pa., reads a prayer du...

Arabian Gulf (Mar. 12, 2004) Navy Chaplain, Lt. Joe Coffey, of Philadelphia, Pa., reads a prayer during a church service in the ships chapel aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73). Father Coffey was selected as... More

Sailors simulate firefighting procedures during an aircraft fire drill.

Sailors simulate firefighting procedures during an aircraft fire drill...

PHILIPPINE SEA (Jul. 21, 2012) Sailors from the air department aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) simulate firefighting procedures during an aircraft fire drill on the flight deck. Georg... More

Japanese soba chefs teach Sailors from the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) how to prepare soba.

Japanese soba chefs teach Sailors from the aircraft carrier USS George...

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Mar. 06, 2012) Japanese soba chefs teach Sailors from the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) how to prepare soba. The Sailors presented a sample of the dish to the commanding offic... More

Sailors man the rails of the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) as the ship departs Fleet Activities Yokosuka for the last time.

Sailors man the rails of the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) a...

YOKOSUKA, Japan (May. 28, 2008) Sailors man the rails of the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) as the ship departs Fleet Activities Yokosuka for the last time. Kitty Hawk, the Navy's oldest active warship... More

 Sailors man the rails on the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) as the ship arrives in its new homeport of Naval Station Norfolk.

Sailors man the rails on the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS Geor...

NORFOLK, Va. (Dec. 17, 2015) Sailors man the rails on the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) as the ship arrives in its new homeport of Naval Station Norfolk. Washington arrives at N... More

An F/A-18C Hornet from the Royal Maces of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 27 launches from the aircraft carrier USS George Washington

An F/A-18C Hornet from the Royal Maces of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 19, 2009) An F/A-18C Hornet from the Royal Maces of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 27 launches from the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during the Indonesian International Fle... More

The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) transits the Pacific Ocean.

The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) transits the Pacif...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 15, 2009) The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) transits the Pacific Ocean. George Washington, the Navy's only permanently forward-deployed aircraft carrier, is participating i... More

Ship's Serviceman 3rd Class Walter Malone, from Memphis, stacks boxes of goods received during a supply on-load aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73)

Ship's Serviceman 3rd Class Walter Malone, from Memphis, stacks boxes ...

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Mar. 22, 2012) Ship's Serviceman 3rd Class Walter Malone, from Memphis, stacks boxes of goods received during a supply on-load aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington ... More

Machinist Mate 3rd class Tyler Stoup verifies Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) has been correctly stored aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Machinist Mate 3rd class Tyler Stoup verifies Hazardous Material (HAZM...

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Jan. 25, 2018) Machinist Mate 3rd class Tyler Stoup verifies Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) has been correctly stored aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washingto... More

A Sailors signal to the pilot of an F/A 18 Hornet Attached to the Puking Dogs of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143 prior to launching off the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

A Sailors signal to the pilot of an F/A 18 Hornet Attached to the Puki...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 29, 2008) A Sailors signal to the pilot of an F/A 18 Hornet Attached to the "Puking Dogs" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143 prior to launching off the flight deck of the Nimitz-class air... More

Seaman Rashida Luckie, from New Orleans, La., uses a needle gun to chip away paint on the fantail aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Seaman Rashida Luckie, from New Orleans, La., uses a needle gun to chi...

Arabian Gulf (Jun. 21, 2004) Seaman Rashida Luckie, from New Orleans, La., uses a needle gun to chip away paint on the fantail aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73). The Norfolk, Va. based nuclear powered aircr... More

Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Isidoro Claudio shoots a 9mm pistol as Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Jorge Vega watches.

Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Isidoro Claudio shoots a 9mm pistol as Aviati...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sep. 14, 2008) Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Isidoro Claudio, left, shoots a 9mm pistol as Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Jorge Vega watches the target during a weapons qualification aboard the Nimitz-cl... More

Lt. j.g. Andrew Stiles of Wichita, Kan., get in his exercise routine as he runs on the flight deck, during a no-fly day aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Lt. j.g. Andrew Stiles of Wichita, Kan., get in his exercise routine a...

Arabian Gulf (May. 19, 2004) Lt. j.g. Andrew Stiles of Wichita, Kan., get in his exercise routine as he runs on the flight deck, during a no-fly day aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73). The Norfolk, Va. based... More

Sailors aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73) prepare to raise the Ready-Jet aircraft barricade while conducting a flight deck drill.

Sailors aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73) prepare to raise the Rea...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 21, 2009) Sailors aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73) prepare to raise the Ready-Jet aircraft barricade while conducting a flight deck drill. Aircraft barricades are used to assist damaged... More

Storekeeper 1st Class Edgar Ayke performs a takedown maneuver on Quartermaster Seaman Christopher Vernon during a non-lethal weapons training exercise aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Storekeeper 1st Class Edgar Ayke performs a takedown maneuver on Quart...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Apr. 14, 2008) Storekeeper 1st Class Edgar Ayke performs a takedown maneuver on Quartermaster Seaman Christopher Vernon during a non-lethal weapons training exercise aboard the nuclear-powered a... More

The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) is underway during a partial lunar eclipse.

The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) is underway during...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jun. 26, 2010) The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) is underway during a partial lunar eclipse. George Washington, the Navy's only permanently forward deployed aircraft carrier, is... More

Quartermaster training aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Quartermaster training aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73).

At sea aboard USS George Washington Quartermaster 2nd Class James Wagoner (left) gives navigation instructions on the ships bridge to Quartermaster 3rd Class Christopher Amorant. Petty Officer Amorant is tempo... More

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Matthew Arriaga, from Houston, conducts a pre-flight safety check of the catapult aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Matthew Arriaga, from Hou...

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 06, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Matthew Arriaga, from Houston, conducts a pre-flight safety check of the catapult aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (... More

Aviation Boatswain's Mates (Equipment) run to the foul line after securing an F/A-18C Hornet.

Aviation Boatswain's Mates (Equipment) run to the foul line after secu...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 29, 2008) Aviation Boatswain's Mates (Equipment) run to the foul line after securing an F/A-18C Hornet from the "Golden Dragons" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 192, to the catapult aboard ... More

An F/A-18C Hornet from the Golden Dragons of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 192 launches from the aircraft carrier USS George Washington

An F/A-18C Hornet from the Golden Dragons of Strike Fighter Squadron (...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 19, 2009) An F/A-18C Hornet from the Golden Dragons of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 192 launches from the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during the Indonesian International... More

Chief Machinist's Mate (Nuclear) Mathew Felton hugs his family after being pinned in the hangar bay by his daughters during a ceremony aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Chief Machinist's Mate (Nuclear) Mathew Felton hugs his family after b...

NORFOLK, Va. (Sep. 16, 2016) Chief Machinist's Mate (Nuclear) Mathew Felton hugs his family after being pinned in the hangar bay by his daughters during a ceremony aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washing... More

A RIM-7 ship-launched intercept aerial guided missile fires from a NATO Sea Sparrow launcher during a live-fire exercise aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73)

A RIM-7 ship-launched intercept aerial guided missile fires from a NAT...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 09, 2008) A RIM-7 ship-launched intercept aerial guided missile fires from a NATO Sea Sparrow launcher during a live-fire exercise aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73)... More

An F-14B Tomcat, from Carrier Air Wing Seven (CVW-7), launches off the flight deck aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73) while the Military Sealift Command (MSC) ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) steams alongside during a replenishment at sea.

An F-14B Tomcat, from Carrier Air Wing Seven (CVW-7), launches off the...

Atlantic Ocean (Dec. 10, 2003) An F-14B Tomcat, from Carrier Air Wing Seven (CVW-7), launches off the flight deck aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73) while the Military Sealift Command (MSC) ship USNS Supply ... More

Aviation Machinist's Mate 2nd Class Jasperangelo Quezon is greeted by his wife and new born child Upon returning from deployment aboard aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Aviation Machinist's Mate 2nd Class Jasperangelo Quezon is greeted by ...

NORFOLK, Va (Dec. 17, 2015) Aviation Machinist's Mate 2nd Class Jasperangelo Quezon is greeted by his wife and new born child Upon returning from deployment aboard aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73... More

Chief Aviation Boatswains Mate David Adams directs an F-14B Tomcat assigned to the Red Rippers of Fighter Squadron One One (VF-11) onto one of four steam powered catapults during evening flight operations aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Chief Aviation Boatswains Mate David Adams directs an F-14B Tomcat ass...

Arabian Gulf (May. 22, 2004) Chief Aviation Boatswains Mate David Adams directs an F-14B Tomcat assigned to the "Red Rippers" of Fighter Squadron One One (VF-11) onto one of four steam powered catapults during ... More

An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadr...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 08, 2015) An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73)... More

Sailors remove catapult buttons on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Sailors remove catapult buttons on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class...

WATERS SOUTH OF JAPAN (May. 23, 2015) Sailors remove catapult buttons on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier... More

Sailors conduct a post-flight safety check of the catapults on the flight deck of the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Sailors conduct a post-flight safety check of the catapults on the fli...

PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 14, 2013) Sailors conduct a post-flight safety check of the catapults on the flight deck of the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). The George Wash... More

Machinist's Mate Fireman David Mayfield, of Houston, practices a boiler light-off in the two main machinery room aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63).

Machinist's Mate Fireman David Mayfield, of Houston, practices a boile...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Apr. 25, 2008) Machinist's Mate Fireman David Mayfield, of Houston, practices a boiler light-off in the two main machinery room aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63). The ship's boil... More

Sailors aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73) attach a cargo pendant to an HH-60H Sea Hawk helicopter during a vertical replenishment at sea with USNS Henry J. Kaiser (T-AO 187).

Sailors aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73) attach a cargo pendant t...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sep. 03, 2008) Sailors from Supply division aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) attach a cargo pendant to an HH-60H Sea Hawk helicopter from the "Chargers" of Helicopter An... More

The aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) anchors in Victoria Harbor for a port visit to Hong Kong.

The aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) anchors in Victoria Harbor...

HONG KONG (Apr. 28, 2008) The aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) anchors in Victoria Harbor for a port visit to Hong Kong. Kitty Hawk and Carrier Air Wing 5 arrived for a port visit, which will give Sailor... More

Two F/A-18C Hornets assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195 launch from the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) for the last time.

Two F/A-18C Hornets assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195 laun...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 06, 2008) Two F/A-18C Hornets assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195 launch from the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) for the last time. Carrier Air Wing 5 aircraft flew off Ki... More

The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) heads out to sea after departing Naval Air Station North Island.

The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) heads out to sea a...

CORONADO, Calif. (Aug. 21, 2008) The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) heads out to sea after departing Naval Air Station North Island. George Washington will replace the the aircraft carrier USS ... More

Sailors participate in a 9mm pistol qualification shot aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Sailors participate in a 9mm pistol qualification shot aboard the Nimi...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Mar. 10, 2008) Sailors participate in a 9mm pistol qualification aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). GW is undergoing carrier qualifications and flight deck... More

 Capt. David A. Lausman, commanding officer of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73),

Capt. David A. Lausman, commanding officer of the aircraft carrier US...

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Jun. 03, 2011) Capt. David A. Lausman, commanding officer of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), addresses crew members at the ship's Battle of Midway observance. George Washin... More

Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Fred Sanico, 20, of the Philippines, lubricates the boarding platform of a Electronic Attack Squadron 136 EA-6B Prowler on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63).

Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Fred Sanico, 20, of the Philippine...

PHILIPPINE SEA (May. 10, 2008) Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Fred Sanico, 20, of the Philippines, lubricates the boarding platform of a Electronic Attack Squadron 136 EA-6B Prowler on the flight deck aboa... More

An F-14B Tomcat assigned to the Red Rippers of Fighter Squadron One One (VF-11) approaches the flight deck of USS George Washington (CVN 73) during evening flight operations.

An F-14B Tomcat assigned to the Red Rippers of Fighter Squadron One On...

Arabian Gulf (Mar. 22, 2004) An F-14B Tomcat assigned to the Pukin' Dogs of Fighter Squadron One Four Three (VF-143) approaches the flight deck of USS George Washington (CVN 73) during evening flight operations... More

Airman Lee Allen, of Houston, Texas, prepares to tow an EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Patriots of Electronic Attack Squadron One Four Zero (VAQ-140) aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Airman Lee Allen, of Houston, Texas, prepares to tow an EA-6B Prowler ...

Arabian Gulf (Mar. 28, 2004) Airman Lee Allen, of Houston, Texas, prepares to tow an EA-6B Prowler assigned to the Patriots of Electronic Attack Squadron One Four Zero (VAQ-140) aboard USS George Washington (CV... More

The Military Sealift Command (MSC) combat stores ship USNS Sirius (T-AFS 8) cruises along side USS George Washington (CVN 73) during a vertical replenishment evolution.

The Military Sealift Command (MSC) combat stores ship USNS Sirius (T-A...

Arabian Gulf (Mar. 06, 2004) The Military Sealift Command (MSC) combat stores ship USNS Sirius (T-AFS 8) cruises along side USS George Washington (CVN 73) during a vertical replenishment evolution while operati... More

Fire Controlmen load ammunition into a Close-In Weapons System (CIWS) on the fantail aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Fire Controlmen load ammunition into a Close-In Weapons System (CIWS) ...

Atlantic Ocean (Jan. 22, 2004) Fire Controlmen load ammunition into a Close-In Weapons System (CIWS) on the fantail aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73). CWIS is a fast-reaction, rapid-fire 20-millimeter gun ... More

Electronics Technician 3rd Class Juan Solorzano of El Paso, Texas, works from photographs to paint a mural depicting various scenes of USS George Washington (CVN 73) .

Electronics Technician 3rd Class Juan Solorzano of El Paso, Texas, wor...

Arabian Gulf (May. 27, 2004) Electronics Technician 3rd Class Juan Solorzano of El Paso, Texas, works from photographs to paint a mural depicting various scenes of USS George Washington (CVN 73) on an elevator ... More

Sailors disembark the aircraft carrier George Washington (CVN 73).

Sailors disembark the aircraft carrier George Washington (CVN 73).

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Nov. 22, 2011) Sailors disembark the aircraft carrier George Washington (CVN 73) following a nine-week patrol in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. George Washington is the Navy's only ... More

Hull Technician 3rd Class Dennis Morrow, from Connorsville, Ind., welds a piece of metal in the ship fitter shop aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Hull Technician 3rd Class Dennis Morrow, from Connorsville, Ind., weld...

Arabian Gulf (Jun. 17, 2004) Hull Technician 3rd Class Dennis Morrow, from Connorsville, Ind., welds a piece of metal in the ship fitter shop aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). The Norf... More

Air Department crew members position an S-3B Viking assigned to the

Air Department crew members position an S-3B Viking assigned to the

Arabian Gulf (Jun. 01, 2004) Air Department crew members position an S-3B Viking assigned to the "Topcats" of Sea Control Squadron Three One (VS-31) for launch off one of four steam powered catapults aboard USS... More

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Alejandro Lazo, left, assigned to the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), trains Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Sofia Knight.

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Alejandro Lazo, left, a...

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Aug. 22, 2017) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Alejandro Lazo, left, assigned to the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), trains Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling... More

CV 67 passes through the Suez Canal.

CV 67 passes through the Suez Canal.

Suez Canal (Jul. 24, 2002) The aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) transits the Suez Canal during the early stages of her return home. The Kennedy and her embarked Carrier Air Wing Seven (CVW-7) are c... More

An Close-in Weapons System (CIWS) is being fired for training aboard the nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

An Close-in Weapons System (CIWS) is being fired for training aboard t...

Atlantic Ocean (Jan. 31, 2004) An Close-in Weapons System (CIWS) is being fired for training aboard the nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). CWIS is a fast-reaction, rapid-fire 20-m... More

Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kyle Gahlau, right, photographs Aviation Ordnanceman (AO) 3rd Class John Tran, left, and AO3 Class Marquis Pinder as they run after attaching a cargo pennant to an MH-60S Seahawk aboard USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63).

Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kyle Gahlau, right, photograph...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jun. 20, 2008) Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kyle Gahlau, right, of Conyers, Ga., photographs Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class John Tran, left, and Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Marquis ... More

Airman George Henry, of Savannah, Ga., cleans the window covering the Pilot Landing Air Television (PLAT) camera aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Airman George Henry, of Savannah, Ga., cleans the window covering the ...

Arabian Gulf (Mar. 19, 2004) Airman George Henry, of Savannah, Ga., cleans the window covering the Pilot Landing Air Television (PLAT) camera aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73). The Norfolk, Va.-based nucle... More

Sailors download a rolling airframe missile system aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Sailors download a rolling airframe missile system aboard the Nimitz-c...

BANDA SEA (Jul. 20, 2015) Sailors download a rolling airframe missile system aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Win... More

An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 flies above the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63).

An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 ...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Jun. 04, 2008) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 flies above the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63). Kitty Hawk is returning to the United States for deco... More

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Francine Castellanos, from West Covina, Calif., directs an F/A-18E Super Hornet onto the catapult during flight operations.

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Francine Castellanos, from...

PHILIPPINE SEA (May. 27, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Francine Castellanos, from West Covina, Calif., directs an F/A-18E Super Hornet onto the catapult during flight operations aboard the f... More

Sailors perform maintenance on a catapult aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) while underway for UNITAS 2015.

Sailors perform maintenance on a catapult aboard the aircraft carrier ...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 22, 2015) Sailors perform maintenance on a catapult aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) while underway for UNITAS 2015. UNITAS 2015, the U.S. Navy's longest running an... More

Lt. Cmdr. Brendan Gray, maintenance officer from the Shadowhawks of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 141, fires a 9mm pistol during a live-fire exercise aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Lt. Cmdr. Brendan Gray, maintenance officer from the Shadowhawks of El...

PHILIPPINE SEA (Jun. 10, 2015) Lt. Cmdr. Brendan Gray, maintenance officer from the Shadowhawks of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 141, fires a 9mm pistol during a live-fire exercise aboard the Nimitz-class ai... More

Aviation Boatswain's Mate Airman Ronald Marinello, of Philadelphia, Pa., directs an F-14B Tomcat.

Aviation Boatswain's Mate Airman Ronald Marinello, of Philadelphia, Pa...

Arabian Gulf (May. 15, 2004) Aviation Boatswain's Mate Airman Ronald Marinello, of Philadelphia, Pa., directs an F-14B Tomcat assigned to the "Red Rippers" of Fighter Squadron One One (VF-11) onto one of the fo... More

An F/A 18 Hornet attached to the Wildcats of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 131 is directed to catapult 2 on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

An F/A 18 Hornet attached to the Wildcats of Strike Fighter Squadron (...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 29, 2008) An F/A 18 Hornet attached to the "Wildcats" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 131 is directed to catapult 2 on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George W... More

USS George Washington (CVN 73) sails past the Chesapeake Bay Bridge tunnel into the Atlantic Ocean to start her deployment.

USS George Washington (CVN 73) sails past the Chesapeake Bay Bridge tu...

Aboard USS George Washington USS George Washington (CVN 73) sails past the Chesapeake Bay Bridge tunnel into the Atlantic Ocean to start her deployment. The Norfolk, Va.-based nuclear powered aircraft carrier ... More

Aviation Machinist�s Mate Airman Brandon Miller, from Harrisburg, Pa., works on a jet engine in the Aviation Intermediate Maintenance Department�s (AIMD) jet shop aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Aviation Machinist�s Mate Airman Brandon Miller, from Harrisburg, Pa.,...

Atlantic Ocean (Jan. 29, 2004) Aviation Machinists Mate Airman Brandon Miller, from Harrisburg, Pa., works on a jet engine in the Aviation Intermediate Maintenance Departments (AIMD) jet shop aboard USS George ... More

The aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), the flagship of the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group, conducts an ammunition onload with the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

The aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), the flagship o...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Apr. 14, 2016) The aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), the flagship of the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group, conducts an ammunition onload with the aircraft carrier USS George Was... More

Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Caroline Dressen, of Memphis, Tenn., scrubs the rotors on an HH-60H Seahawk.

Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Caroline Dressen, of Memphis, Tenn., scrub...

Arabian Gulf (Apr. 03, 2004) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Caroline Dressen, of Memphis, Tenn., scrubs the rotors on an HH-60H Seahawk assigned to the "Nightdippers" of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Five (HS... More

Sailors aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) wait for an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter

Sailors aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washing...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 19, 2011) Sailors aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) wait for an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter to deliver supplies during a vertical replenishment with t... More

Religious Programs Specialist 3rd Class Joey Rush escorts the remains of Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class John P. Lamson to be committed to the sea during a burial-at-sea ceremony aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Religious Programs Specialist 3rd Class Joey Rush escorts the remains ...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 27, 2016) Religious Programs Specialist 3rd Class Joey Rush escorts the remains of Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class John P. Lamson to be committed to the sea during a burial-at-sea... More

Newport News Shipbuilding President  Edward J. Campbell instructs ship's sponsor, Barbara Bush, on where to hit a bottle of champagne on the bow of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during the ship's commissioning.

Newport News Shipbuilding President Edward J. Campbell instructs ship...

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Jul. 21, 1990) Newport News Shipbuilding President Edward J. Campbell instructs ship's sponsor, Barbara Bush, on where to hit a bottle of champagne on the bow of the aircraft carrier USS Geo... More

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