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  • Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz gives Gen. Philip Breedlove the command of U.S. Air Forces in Europe during a change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 31, 2012. During the ceremony, outgoing USAFE commander Gen. Mark A. Welsh III relinquished command after providing command and control for air, space and missile defense of activities in an area of operations covering almost one-fifth of the globe, which includes 51 countries in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the Arctic and Atlantic oceans. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Marine Staff Sgt. Robert Hungerford, left, performing the role of drum major for the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Band, walks with band members up Edinburgh's Royal Mile following a concert for the Lord Lieutenant and Lord Provost of the city of Edinburgh, the Right Honorable David Wilson, at the Edinburgh city chambers July 30. The CNE band is in Edinburgh to perform in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo with musicians, dancers and bagpipers from around the world coming to perform in the month long show. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Chief Executive and Producer Brig. David Allfrey, left, speaks with U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Band director Lt. David Latour, right, following the band's concert for Right Honorable Donald Wilson, center, lord lieutenant and lord provost of the City of Edinburgh, outside the city's chambers building July 30. The CNE band is in Edinburgh to perform in the tattoo and this year marks the first time since the tattoo's beginnings in 1950 that a Navy band has performed in the show. U.S. Naval Forces Europe Band is a multi-service/multi-national musical organization responsible for performing throughout the continents of Europe and Africa. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • A Scottish press photographer shoots an photograph of the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Band at the conclusion of a concert for the Lord Lieutenant and Lord Provost of the city of Edinburgh, the Right Honorable David Wilson, outside the city chambers building July 30. The CNE band is in Edinburgh to perform in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo with musicians, dancers and bagpipers from around the world coming to perform in the month long show. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Musicians with the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Band perform a concert for the Lord Lieutenant and Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh, the Right Honorable David Wilson, outside the city chambers building July 30. The CNE band is in Edinburgh to perform in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo with musicians, dancers and bagpipers from around the world coming to perform in the month long show. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Musicians with the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Band perform a concert for the Lord Lieutenant and Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh, the Right Honorable David Wilson, outside the city chambers building, July 30. The CNE band is in Edinburgh to perform in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo with musicians, dancers and bagpipers from around the world coming to peform in the month long show. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Musicians with the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Band perform a concert for the Lord Lieutenant and Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh, the Right Honorable David Wilson, outside the city chambers building, July 30. The CNE band is in Edinburgh to perform in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo with musicians, dancers and bagpipers from around the world coming to perform in the month long show. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa Band director Lt. David Latour, left, leads the band as its conductor, as they play "Anchors Aweigh" for the Lord Lieutenant and Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh, the Right Honorable David Wilson, outside the city chambers building, July 30. The CNE band is in Edinburgh to perform in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo with musicians, dancers and bagpipers from around the world coming to perform in the month long show. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Musicians with the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Band perform a concert for the Lord Lieutenant and Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh, the Right Honorable David Wilson, outside the city chambers building, July 30. The CNE band is in Edinburgh to perform in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo with musicians, dancers and bagpipers from around the world coming to perform in the month long show. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Musicians with the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Band perform a concert for the Lord Lieutenant and Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh, the Right Honorable David Wilson, outside the city chambers building, July 30. The CNE band is in Edinburgh to perform in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo with musicians, dancers and bagpipers from around the world coming to perform in the month long show. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • The Right Honorable Donald Wilson, Lord Lieutenant and Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh, right, observes a concert by the U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Band outside the city chambers building, July 30. The CNE band is in Edinburgh to perform in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo with musicians, dancers and bagpipers from around the world coming to peform in the month long show. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ATLANTIC OCEAN – Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Keneeka Moneghan signals a French “Gazelle” to land on the amphibious dock-landing ship USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43). The ship conducted flight operations with French Army helicopters as it departed Lorient following a ten-day visit. Fort McHenry, homeported in Little Creek, Va., is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Members of Polish special forces land during high-altitude, low-opening jumps with Air Force jumpmasters during Exercise Screaming Eagle IV in Povidz, Poland, July 30, 2012. Screaming Eagle is an annual exercise that allows pilots from the 37th Airlift Squadron to conduct training with the C-130J Super Hercules aircraft, while facilitating training for several other units. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Master Sgt. Ed Dawejko 603rd Air Operation Center jumpmaster and Staff Sgt. Brandon Fountain, 435th Contingency Readiness Group Survive Evade Resist Escape, specialist jump from a C-130J Super Hercules for high-altitude, low-opening jumps with Polish special forces during Exercise Screaming Eagle IV in Povidz, Poland, July 30, 2012. Screaming Eagle is an annual exercise that allows pilots from the 37th Airlift Squadron to conduct training with the C-130J Super Hercules aircraft, while facilitating training for several other units. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Master Sgt. Bronislav Skaperin, Estonian Air Force senior national representative, watches members board the C-17 Globemaster III at Papa Air Base, Hungary July 27. Papa AB is the home of Heavy Airlift Wing (HAW) operational unit of the Strategic Airlift Capability (SAC) program which is designed to fulfill the strategic airlift requirements of the following nations; Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Bulgaria, Estonia, Hungary, Lithuania, the Netherlands and USA and two Partnership for Peace (PFP) nations, Sweden and Finland. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Senior national representatives prepare to welcome a group of distinguished visitors at Papa Air Base, Hungary July 27. Papa AB hosted the Heavy Airlift Wing's (HAW) third anniversary. The HAW is an operational unit of the Strategic Airlift Capability (SAC) program which is designed to fulfill the strategic airlift requirements of the following nations; Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Bulgaria, Estonia, Hungary, Lithuania, the Netherlands and USA and two Partnership for Peace (PFP) nations, Sweden and Finland. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Demonstrating how to use the Skedco Litter is Sgt. 1st Class Boris Ledencan, Croatian Army (left) and Sgt. Kevin Perry 557th Area Support Medical Company, 421st Multifunctional Medical Battalion (right), in Croatia, June 20. This training was part of Immediate Response 2012, a multinational training exercise of over 700 personnel from seven countries. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Croatian Army Msgt. Ivan Limov (Left) and Sgt. Stipo Sikiric are familiarizing themselves with the Army’s latest Combat Life Saver Cervical Collar with members of the 557th Area Support Medical Company, in Croatia, June 20. This training was part of Immediate Response 2012, a multinational training exercise of over 700 personnel from seven countries. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • A Cadet looks out over the the Pyrenees Mountains in Spain after having climbed Mount Anayet, which is one of the highest peaks. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Cadet William Johnson, from Norwich University, crossed the Argon River in the Pyrenees Mountains, which are located in northern Spain. Johnson was one of several Cadets training with a Spanish infantry battalion and Spanish mountain soldiers at the Spanish Mountain School in Jaca. This is the first time ROTC Cadets have traveled to Spain and trained with its military. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Cadets from colleges across the U.S. traveled to Spain in May as part of the Cultural Understanding Language Proficiency program. A group of 20 assigned to La Brigada Paracaidist, near Madrid, taught English to Spanish soldiers. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Cadets received their foreign jump wings on the parade field at BRIPAK -- La Brigada Paracaidist. It is located near Madrid, and the English classes the Cadets helped teach were located on the base. Foreign jump wings are a prized possession in the U.S. Army airborne community. For an Army ROTC Cadet to earn foreign jump wings before he or she is even commissioned is rare. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Army ROTC Cadets performed an airborne jump with members of the Spanish airborne as part of the Cultural Understanding Language Proficiency program. The Cadets, who were in Spain on an English teaching mission and who were all jump qualified, earned their foreign jump wings -- a first for ROTC Cadets -- and the Spanish soldiers earned their U.S. jump wings. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BRITTANY, France - U.S. Marines from II Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF) observe a French Marine from the 3rd Marine Regiment demonstrating weapons handling techniques during a training exercise at Camp de Meucon. The Marines and sailors of II MEF participated in a series of training events with the French marines in order to strengthen relations between the two countries' militaries. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • MEDITERRANEAN SEA – Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Andrew Fulkroad performs a preflight inspection on an SH-60B Seahawk of Helicopter Anti-submarine Light Squadron (HSL 48), aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99). Farragut is on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BRITTANY, France - U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jeremy Toteno, squad leader, rifle platoon, ground combat element, II Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF), learns about a French weapons system from a French Marine from the 3rd Marine Regiment during a training exercise at Camp de Meucon. The Marines and Sailors of II MEF participated in a series of training events with the French marines in order to strengthen relations between the two countries' militaries. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BOSPHORUS - Hull Maintenance Technician Fireman Justin Turner, right, reviews a damage report as Ukrainian navy Capt. Maxim Popov, left, observes during a damage control drill aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109). Jason Dunham is on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BRITTANY, France - A U.S. Marine from II Expeditionary Force (II MEF) practices hand-to-hand combat techniques with a French Marine from the 3rd Marine Regiment during training exercises at Fort de Penthievre. The Marines and Sailors of II MEF participated in a series of training events with the French marines in order to strengthen relations between the two countries' militaries. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BRITTANY, France - U.S. Marines from II Marine Expeditionary Force (II MEF) and French Marines from the 3rd Marine Regiment work together to complete an obstacle at Fort de Penthievre. The Marines and Sailors of II MEF participated in a series of training events with the French marines in order to strengthen relations between the two countries' militaries. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BRITTANY, France - U.S. Marines from Security Cooperation Task Force Africa Partnership Station 2012 (SCTF APS-12) train together with French marines from France's 3rd Marine Brigade on an obstacle course at Fort De Penthievre. SCTF APS-12 is conducting a series of training events with the French Marines to strengthen relations between France and the U.S. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Cmdr. David A. Bretz, commanding officer of the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), answers questions for children from Zhemchuzhinka Orphanage on the mess decks. Jason Dunham is on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Ensign Julia Kranz, right, conducts a tour of the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) for children of the Zhemchuzhinka Orphanage. Jason Dunham is on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • MEDITERRANEAN SEA - Boatswain’s Mate 1st Class Cedric Taylor observes as an SH-60B Seahawk from Helicopter Anti-submarine Light Squadron (HSL 48) removes cargo from the flight deck of the guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99) during a vertical replenishment. Farragut is on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • LORIENT, France – Sailors and Marines aboard landing dock ship USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43) man the rails as the ship pulls into Lorient, France for a scheduled port visit. U.S. Marines from II Marine Expeditionary Force embarked aboard Fort McHenry make up Security Cooperation Task Force Africa Partnership Station 2012 and will engage in exercises with French “Troupe de Marines. Fort McHenry, homeported in Little Creek, Va., is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • From left, U.S. Army chaplain assistant Sgt. Eric Seaburg, from 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, briefs his NATO partners, Croatian Chaplain (Maj.) Ivan Blazevac and Slovakian Chaplain (2nd Lt.) Jan Magyar, on the procedures if the convoy is attacked during the live fire portion of the first five-day tactical religious support course and live fire exercise offered by the Joint Multinational Training Command July 12. The weeklong course challenged the U.S. and NATO chaplains and chaplain assistants in approximately 45 duties and tasks required of unit ministry teams during deployment. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Croatian priest, Maj. Ivan Blazevac, provides mass for Soldiers on the combat outpost during the live fire portion of the first five-day tactical religious support course and live fire exercise offered by the Joint Multinational Training Command July 12. The weeklong course challenged the U.S. and NATO chaplains and chaplain assistants in approximately 45 duties and tasks required of unit ministry teams during deployment. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Nenad Palac, Croatian chaplain in training, gives counsel and comfort to a wounded Soldier during the live fire exercise portion of the first five-day tactical religious support course and live fire exercise offered by the Joint Multinational Training Command July 12. The weeklong course challenged the U.S. and NATO Soldiers in approximately 45 duties and tasks required of unit ministry teams during deployment. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - The guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) operates in the Black Sea during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Ukrainian naval vessels Hetman Sahaydachniy (U 130) and Konstantin Olshansky (U 402), Turkish naval vessels TCG Tufan (P 333) and the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) operate in formation during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Ukrainian naval vessels Hetman Sahaydachniy (U 130) and Konstantin Olshansky (U 402), Turkish naval vessels TCG Kalkan (P 331) and the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) operate in formation during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - The guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) and a Turkish navy patrol ship operate in the Black Sea during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Chief Warrant Officer James Hordinski, officer in charge of Mobile Diving Salvage Unit 2, second from left, explains the properties of a divers helmet during a combined diving demonstration as part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Navy Diver 2nd Class Alex Hardy jumps into the water during a combined-diving demonstration as part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • The Chief of General Staff of Macedonia, Gorancho Koteski, observed a training event with the U.S. Marines of the Black Sea Rotational Force and the Military Police Battalion of the Army of the Republic of Macedonia on July 19 in Skopje. The event highlighted U.S. support for the Macedonian army's non-lethal weapons program as they build their capacity for potential peacekeeping operations. This is the third year the BSRF has worked with Macedonia on PKO training. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • The Chief of General Staff of Macedonia, Gorancho Koteski, observed a training event with the U.S. Marines of the Black Sea Rotational Force and the Military Police Battalion of the Army of the Republic of Macedonia on July 19 in Skopje. The event highlighted U.S. support for the Macedonian army's non-lethal weapons program as they build their capacity for potential peacekeeping operations. This is the third year the BSRF has worked with Macedonia on PKO training. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • MEDITERRANEAN SEA - Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99) recover a simulated casualty during a man overboard drill. Farragut is on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • MEDITERRANEAN SEA - Seaman Francisco Carlos, a rescue swimmer assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99), rescues a simulated casualty during a man overboard drill. Farragut is on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • MEDITERRANEAN SEA - Seaman Francisco Carlos, a rescue swimmer assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99), swims toward a simulated casualty during a man overboard drill. Farragut is on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - The guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) fires her 5-inch deck gun during a live-fire exercise as part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109)’s close-in weapon system engages a simulated target during a live-fire exercise as part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Cmdr. Michael Meredith, executive officer aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), fires a rifle at a "killer tomato" inflatable target during a live-fire exercise as part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Algerian Maj. Laggoune Louani fires a .50 caliber machine gun aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during a live-fire exercise as part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Hull-Maintenance Technician Fireman Justin Turner, a search and rescue swimmer assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), signals "OK" during a man overboard drill as part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Ukrainian navy frigate Hetman Sahaydachniy (U 130) participates in a mine counter measure exercise during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Ukrainian navy frigate Hetman Sahaydachniy (U 130), right, Ukrainian navy amphibious assault ship Kostiantyn Olshansky (U 402), and Turkish navy patrol ships TCG Kalkan (P 331) and TCG Tufan (P 333) steam in formation during a mine counter measure exercise during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Sailors from the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) operate a rigid-hull inflatable boat during a personnel transfer during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Julius McGowan pays out tending line during a man overboard drill aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Gas Turbine System Technician (Mechanical) 1st Class Dwayne Williams prepares a station for refueling aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Cryptologic Technician (Collection) 3rd Class Nicole Roderick makes preparations to anchor while aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB 2012, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Aaron Conners helps move a support bar aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. military personnel remove a propeller from an LUH-72 Lakota in preparation for shipment July 15, 2012, following the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States participated in the air show. More than 250,000 trade and public visitors attend the bi-annual event which concluded July 15. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Drew Miller makes preparations for getting underway as the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) prepares to depart Odessa, Ukraine, during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Air Force Capt. Jordan Hans, 480th Fighter Squadron pilot, shows the various weapons on an F-16 C Fighting Falcon to visitors, July 15, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. More than 250,000 trade and public visitors attend the bi-annual event which concluded today. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Andrew Banda, 48th Security Forces Squadron security patrolman, stands guard at the U.S. military static display corral, July 15, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. More than 250,000 trade and public visitors attend the bi-annual event which concluded today. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team 'Red Arrows' amaze thousands of spectators with an aerial demonstration, July 15, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. More than 250,000 trade and public visitors attend the bi-annual event which concluded today. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team 'Red Arrows' amaze thousands of spectators with an aerial demonstration, July 15, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. More than 250,000 trade and public visitors attend the bi-annual event which concluded today. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet flies above thousands of spectators, July 15, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. More than 250,000 trade and public visitors attend the bi-annual event which concluded today. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Corey Moore, 48th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, talks with visitors, July 15, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. More than 250,000 trade and public visitors attend the bi-annual event which concluded today. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Air Force Capt. Christopher York, 492nd Fighter Squadron pilot, talks with visitors about the various capabilities of an F-15E Strike Eagle, July 15, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. More than 250,000 trade and public visitors attend the bi-annual event which concluded today. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • CONEY WESTON, England -- Airmen from RAF Lakenheath salute the last active B-17 Flying Fortress in Europe as it fly-overs the former Knettishall Airfield July 14, 2012. The fly-over was part of the 388th Bombardment Group memorial re-dedication at Coney Weston. The memorial is dedicated to the Airmen who lost their lives while serving in the 388th BG at Knettishall Airfield. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • CONEY WESTON, England -- Col. Mark Ciero, 48th Fighter Wing vice commander, lays a wreath at the 388th Bombardment Group memorial re-dedication at Coney Weston July 14, 2012. The memorial is dedicated to the Airmen who lost their lives while serving in the 388th BG at Knettishall Airfield. The day also marked the 70th anniversary of the first arrival of the Army Air Forces Airmen based in Eastern England. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - The guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) receives a water barge while anchored during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Capt. Dan Shaffer, commander of Destroyer Squadron 60, center, and Ukrainian navy Capt. Denis Berezovsky, commander, Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12), left, speak to Ukrainian media aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Cmdr. David Bretz, commanding officer of guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), speaks to Ukrainian media aboard the ship during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Sailors from guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham's (DDG 109) boarding team, speak to Ukrainian media during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Capt. Dan Shaffer, commander of Destroyer Squadron 60, center, and Ukrainian navy Capt. Denis Berezovsky, commander, Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12), right, tour the Ukrainian ship UPS Sagaidachniy during the at-sea portion of SB12. SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Service members aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) provide a tour of the ship to Ukrainian media during the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Sailors on a rigid hull inflatable boat patrol the water surrounding the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Capt. Dan Shaffer, commander, Destroyer Squadron 60, speaks to Ukrainian media during a press conference aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • GAETA, Italy - Lt. Colin Dunlop, center, explains the ship’s capabilities to residents of Gaeta during a tour of the USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20). More than 800 of Gaeta’s residents toured the Mount Whitney’s quarterdeck, bridge, flight deck and medical facilities as part of community outreach efforts. Mount Whitney, homeported in Gaeta, Italy, is the U.S. 6th Fleet flagship and operates with a combined crew of U.S. Sailors and MSC civil service mariners. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • GAETA, Italy – Sailors and residents of Gaeta socialize on the flight deck of USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) during a tour. More than 800 of Gaeta’s residents toured the Mount Whitney’s quarterdeck, bridge, flight deck and medical facilities as part of community outreach efforts. Mount Whitney, homeported in Gaeta, Italy, is the U.S. 6th Fleet flagship and operates with a combined crew of U.S. Sailors and MSC civil service mariners. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • GAETA, Italy – Lt. Colin Dunlop, left, explains the ship’s capabilities to residents of Gaeta during a tour of the USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20). More than 800 of Gaeta’s residents toured the Mount Whitney’s quarterdeck, bridge, flight deck and medical facilities as part of community outreach efforts. Mount Whitney, homeported in Gaeta, Italy, is the U.S. 6th Fleet flagship and operates with a combined crew of U.S. Sailors and MSC civil service mariners. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • GAETA, Italy - Capt. Ted Williams, commanding officer of USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20), left, welcomes Cosimo Mitrano, mayor of Gaeta, right, as he arrives for a tour of the ship. More than 800 of Gaeta’s residents toured the Mount Whitney’s quarterdeck, bridge, flight deck and medical facilities as part of community outreach efforts. Mount Whitney, homeported in Gaeta, Italy, is the U.S. 6th Fleet flagship and operates with a combined crew of U.S. Sailors and MSC civil service mariners. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • MEDITERRANEAN SEA - Sailors and Marines aboard the dock landing ship USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43) carry a casket during a burial at sea ceremony conducted on the flight deck. The ceremony honored three veterans and military family members. Fort McHenry, homeported in Little Creek, Va., is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Capt. Dan Shaffer, commander, Destroyer Squadron 60, shakes hands with a Ukrainian marine during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Capt. Dan Shaffer, commander, Destroyer Squadron 60, left, talks with Ukrainian navy Capt. Denis Berezovsky, commander, Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12), right, during a training event. SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - A Ukrainian PTS-2 amphibious assault vehicle from the to Ukrainian navy ship UPN Konstantin Olshanskiy (U 402) demonstrates capabilities during a demonstration as part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Sailors and Ukrainian service members work together to raise a submerged barge at the Ukrainian Western Naval Base during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Sailors and Ukrainian service members work together to extract a submerged barge out of the water at the Ukrainian Western Naval Base during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12) evaluation. SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Sailors and Ukrainian service members work together to raise a submerged barge at the Ukrainian Western Naval Base during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA – Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Nicholas Zumwalt guides a Ukrainian navy Kamov Ka-27 Helix helicopter as it lands aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Ukrainian navy boarding team members approach the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) for a boarding exercise during the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Ensign Ryan Kelly speaks with Turkish midshipman Fatih Baris aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Ensign Scott Gildemeyer speaks with Turkish midshipman Fatih Baris aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Capt. Dan Shaffer, commander, Destroyer Squadron 60, center right, and Ukrainian navy Capt. Denis Berezovsky, commander, Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12), center left, speak to Ukrainian media during a land component media availability day as part of SB12. SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Brittany Hargrove and Cmdr. Michael Meredith, executive officer of the guided- missile cruiser USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), observe as Ukrainian navy frigate Hetman Sahaydachniy (U130) pulls across the bow of the ship during a towing exercise as a part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • BLACK SEA - Ukrainian navy frigate Hetman Sahaydachniy (U 130) leads Turkish navy patrol boats TCG Kalkan (P 331), TCG Tufan (P 333), and Georgian coast guard vessel Sokhumi (P 24) during a ship handling exercise during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Turkish Midshipman Fatih Baris, right, receives training from Electronics Technician 2nd Class David Grajales, left, during special sea and anchor detail aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) as the ship departs Odessa, Ukraine, to begin the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Sailors standby to cast off mooring lines as the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) prepares to get underway to participate in the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - The guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) gets underway to participate in the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - The guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) gets underway to participate in the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Airman 1st Class Oliver Vizitei, 3rd Airlift Squadron loadmaster, explains how much cargo can fit inside a C-17 Globemaster III to a visitor July 11, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies' and partners' national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • First Lt. Brian Dosa, 37th Airlift Squadron pilot, and Tech. Sgt. Bryan Campbell, 86th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron flying crew chief, watch an aerial demonstration July 11, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies' and partners' national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Master Sgt. James Dickey, United States Air Forces in Europe operations support aircraft functional manager, observes an aerial demonstration July 11, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our Allies' and Partners' national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Lt. Col. Jeff Snyder, 326th Airlift Squadron aircraft commander, talks with a visitor about the various capabilities of a C-17 Globemaster III, July 11, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies' and partners' national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine – Musicians assigned to U.S. Naval Forces Europe Band, Topside, perform for a crowd in Odessa during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine – Musician 2nd Class Vincent Moody, left on trumpet, Musician 3rd Class Patrick Pedlar, center on trumpet, Musician 3rd Class Andrew Francisco, center right on tenor saxophone, and Musician 2nd Class Willie Brandon, right on trombone, from Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe Band, Topside, perform for a crowd in Odessa during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Musician 3rd Class Patrick Pedlar, left on trumpet, Musician 3rd Class Andrew Francisco on tenor saxophone, Musician 2nd Class Willie Brandon, right, Marine Staff Sgt. Robert Hungerford, tuba, from U.S. Naval Forces Europe Band, Topside, perform for a crowd in Odessa as part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • NAPLES, Italy - Capt. Doug Fenske, second from right, gives midshipmen from Italy and the U.S., a NATO Allied Maritime Component Command coin, after a tour of the installation. The midshipmen have been traveling throughout Italy since June 27, visiting cities, learning about the local culture and visiting military installations, as part of an overseas educational program. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • NAPLES, Italy - Midshipmen from Italy and the U.S. talk with Rear Adm. Frederick J. Roegge, director, Naval Forces Europe-Africa, Operations and Intelligence, during a tour of U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet headquarters. The midshipmen have been traveling throughout Italy since June 27, visiting cities, learning about the local culture and visiting military installations, as part of an overseas educational program. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley shakes hands with Capt. Jay Blinn, 3rd Airlift Squadron pilot, July 10, 2012, during a visit to the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our Allies’ and Partners’ national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley talks with airmen from Dover Air Force Base July 10, 2012, during a visit to the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our Allies’ and Partners’ national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley talks with Col. George Uribe, United States Air Forces in Europe air boss, July 10, 2012, during a visit to the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our Allies’ and Partners’ national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley shakes hands with Tech. Sgt. Robert Webb, 48th Security Forces Squadron security team lead, July 10, 2012, during a visit to the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our Allies’ and Partners’ national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley shares a laugh with Maj. Phil Johnston, 480th Fighter Squadron pilot, July 10, 2012, during a visit to the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our Allies’ and Partners’ national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley talks with airmen from Royal Air Force Station Lakenheath July 10, 2012, during a visit to the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our Allies’ and Partners’ national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet soars through the sky, July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies' and partners' national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet soars through the sky, July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies' and partners' national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet soars through the sky, July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies' and partners' national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet soars through the sky, July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies' and partners' national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • RAF FAIRFORD, United Kingdom - An HH-60G Pave Hawk from the 56th Rescue Squadron at RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom, sits on display July 7 during the Royal International Air Tattoo. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • RAF FAIRFORD, United Kingdom - A C-5 Galaxy from Westover Air Reserve Base, Mass., sits as a static display at the Royal International Air Tattoo July 7. More than 130,000 people attended the tattoo. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • RAF FAIRFORD, United Kingdom - Senior Airman Kenneth Long talks about the capabilities of the HH-60 Pave Hawk during the Royal International Air Tattoo July 7. Long is assigned to the 748th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron at RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • RAF FAIRFORD, United Kingdom - Capt. John Skypeck, 351st Air Refueling Squadron, RAF Mildenhall, U.K., discusses the capabilities of the KC-135 Stratotanker with Air Training Cadets at the Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • RAF FAIRFORD, United Kingdom - Ian Warner, of Sharnford, Leicestershire, talks with Maj. Jon Lee and 1st Lt. Adam Thompson, 494th Fighter Squadron, about squadron patches during the Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford. Lee and Thompson flew an F-15E Strike Eagle from RAF Lakenheath to display during RIAT. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • RAF FAIRFORD, United Kingdom - The Royal Air Force Red Arrows perform during the Royal International Air Tattoo here July 8. More than 130,000 people attended the tattoo. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany – Two A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft from the 81st Fighter Squadron taxi onto the flightline as another A-10 takes off for Exercise Dacian Thunder July 6. The 81st FS, along with members of the Romanian air force, are working together during the exercise to practice close-air-support and combat search and rescue techniques to build partnerships while mutually improving their capabilities. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany – Second Lt. Robert Carpenter, 81st Fighter Squadron pilot, goes through a pre-flight inspection outside a hardened aircraft shelter here before leaving for Exercise Dacian Thunder July 6. The 81st FS, along with members of the Romanian air force, are working together during the exercise to practice close-air-support and combat search and rescue techniques to build partnerships while mutually improving their capabilities. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany – A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft from the 81st Fighter Squadron wait on Ramp 4 here July 5 before leaving for Exercise Dacian Thunder July 6. The 81st FS, along with members of the Romanian air force, are working together during the exercise to practice close-air-support and combat search and rescue techniques to build partnerships while mutually improving their capabilities. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Members of U.S. Naval Forces Europe Brass Band, perform for the local community at Gorsad Garden in Odessa, Ukraine, during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, an annual multinational exercise in the Black Sea, is a combined air, land and maritime exercise designed to improve maritime safety, security and stability in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Ukrainian divers don scuba gear in preparation for a combined training evolution at the Ukrainian Western Naval Base during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, an annual multinational exercise in the Black Sea, is a combined air, land and maritime exercise designed to improve maritime safety, security and stability in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - Ukrainian divers take part in first-aid training at the Ukrainian Western Naval Base as part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, an annual multinational exercise in the Black Sea, is a combined air, land and maritime exercise designed to improve maritime safety, security and stability in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - A Ukrainian diver participates in combined maritime training at the Ukrainian Western Naval Base during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, an annual multinational exercise in the Black Sea, is a combined air, land and maritime exercise designed to improve maritime safety, security and stability in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Navy Lt. Adam Farber, Strike Fighter Weapons School Pacific weapons system officer, explains the vast capabilities of the F/A-18E Super Hornet to Benedicte Bastid ATR Aircraft hospitality representative, July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies’ and partners’ national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Navy Lt. Adam Farber, Strike Fighter Weapons School Pacific weapons system officer, discusses his experience with the weapons on an F/A-18E Super Hornet with Rick Yuse Raytheon Space and Airborne Systems president, July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies’ and partners’ national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Gregory Barth Program Executive Office Aviation avionics lead shows Michael Ryan European Command interagency partnering how the hand controller for an MX-15i works on board of an U.S. Army UH-72A Lakota, July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. The Lakota is a state-of-the-art aircraft with twin engine reliability, a 21st century navigation/communication system, and a proven record of commercial aviation service. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies’ and partners’ national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Army Lt. Col. Dave Bristol and Capt. Audrey Boenker, both from the Program Executive Office Aviation, talks with Charles Bolden National Aeronautics and Space Administration administrator about the advances of the UH-72A Lakota, July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. The Lakota is a state-of-the-art aircraft with twin engine reliability, a 21st century navigation/communication system, and a proven record of commercial aviation service. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies’ and partners’ national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Charles Bolden National Aeronautics and Space Administration administrator chats with a show guest in front of the U.S. Army’s newest helicopter the UH-72A Lakota, July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. The Lakota is a state- of- the- art aircraft with twin engine reliability, a 21st century navigation/communication system, and a proven record of commercial aviation service. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies’ and partners’ national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. William Graeff, 492nd Fighter Squadron pilot talks with Charles Bolden National Aeronautics and Space Administration administrator July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies’ and partners’ national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Air Force Col. George Uribe, United States Air Forces in Europe air boss talks with Charles Bolden National Aeronautics and Space Administration administrator July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies’ and partners’ national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kevin Beierle, 48th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, talks with Darrel Carter RJA Security officer, July 10, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies’ and partners’ national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Air Force Capt. Jordan Hans, 480th Fighter Squadron pilot, shows the various weapons on an F-16 C/D Fighting Falcon to Warren Darby and Wayne Fritz, both from the South Carolina Department of Commerce, July 9, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. The world renowned event exhibits the latest in aerospace equipment and technology. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Navy Lt. Brandon Lenhart, Strike Fighter Weapons School Pacific weapons system officer, describes landing on an aircraft carrier to Rustem Gantsev Technologies Center Iskra general director, July 9, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. The world renowned event exhibits the latest in aerospace equipment and technology. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Navy Cmdr. Jonathan Wise, Strike Fighter Wing Atlantic operations officer, talks about the capabilities of an F/A-18E Super Hornet to a visitor, July 9, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. The world renowned event exhibits the latest in aerospace equipment and technology. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Eric Cobaugh, 86th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, reviews a pamphlet with Helmut Frisch of 3M Energy and Advance Materials Division in the cockpit of a C-130 J Super Hercules, July 9, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. The world renowned event exhibits the latest in aerospace equipment and technology. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Nick Palmer, 37th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, describes the advantages of a C-130J Super Hercules over the older C-130 models to William Joyce of Crossman Engineering July 9, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. The world renowned event exhibits the latest in aerospace equipment and technology. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Nick Palmer, 37th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, describes the advantages of a C-130J Super Hercules over the older C-130 models to William Joyce and Russell Neale of Crossman Engineering July 9, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. The world renowned event exhibits the latest in aerospace equipment and technology. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Brian Dosa, 37th Airlift Squadron co-pilot, explains the versatility of a C-130J Super Hercules to Air Training Corps 2407 cadets, July 9, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. The world renowned event exhibits the latest in aerospace equipment and technology. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ODESSA, Ukraine - U.S. Navy Vice Adm. Frank Pandolfe, commander, U.S. 6th Fleet, right, and Ukrainian navy Vice Adm. Yuriy Ilyin, acting Ukrainian chief of naval operations, left, field questions from Ukrainian media during the opening press conference for Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12) at the Odessa Officers Club, July 9. SB12, an annual multinational exercise in the Black Sea, is a combined air, land and maritime exercise designed to improve maritime safety, security and stability in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • U.S. Air Force Col. George Uribe, United States Air Forces in Europe air boss, briefs all U.S. military participants, July 8, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 100 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. The world renowned event exhibits the latest in aerospace equipment and technology. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Alabama Sen. Richard Shelby meets with U.S. Army Lt. Col. Dave Bristol and Chief Warrant Officer Richard Riffle, July 8, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Bristol and Riffle are from the Program Executive Aviation Office out of Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, Ala. They are part of approximately 100 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States that are participating in the air show. The world renowned air show exhibits the latest in aerospace equipment and technology. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Oklahoma Sen. James Inhofe (left) talks with U.S. Air Force Col. Joe Herron, Office of Defense Cooperation London Embassy, July 8, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 100 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the U.S. participated in the air show. The world renowned event exhibits the latest in aerospace equipment and technology. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Oklahoma Sen. James Inhofe chats with U.S. Air Force Capt. Reid Thomas, 492nd Fighter Squadron pilot, July 8, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 100 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the U.S. participated in the air show. The world renowned event exhibits the latest in aerospace equipment and technology. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Robba Moran, wife of Kansas Sen. Jerry Moran, laughs with U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpls. Ronte Harris and Reuben Jarmon, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadrons 264 and 26, July 8, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 100 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. The world renowned event exhibits the latest in aerospace equipment and technology. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Alabama Sen. Richard Shelby stands with U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. William Bowen 48th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, July 8, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 90 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the United States are participating in the air show. Participation in this premier event demonstrates that U.S. defense industry offers state-of-the-art capabilities vital for the support and protection of our allies' and partners' national-security interests. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • Kansas Sen. Jerry Moran is greeted by U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. George Singer, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 264 tool room staff non-commissioned officer in charge, July 8, 2012, during the Farnborough International Air Show in Farnborough, England. Approximately 100 aircrew and support personnel from bases in Europe and the U.S. are participating in the air show. The world renowned event exhibits the latest in aerospace equipment and technology. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ZEEBRUGGE, Belgium - Capt. Kevin Hill, commanding officer of guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), left, salutes Pieter De Crem, Belgian minister of defense, right, as he arrives for a reception during Belgian Navy Days 2012. Normandy is homeported in Norfolk, Va., and is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ZEEBRUGGE, Belgium - Sailors aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) man the rails as the ship arrives in Zeebrugge to participate in Belgian Navy Days 2012. Normandy is homeported in Norfolk, Va., and is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • GAETA, Italy - Capt. Ted Williams, commanding officer of the U.S. 6th Fleet flagship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20), center, and Cosmo Mitrano, mayor of Gaeta, render honors as Lt. Kevin Leiva, second from right, and Cryptologic Technician (Technical) 1st Class Jacob Wallace, right, raise the American flag during an Independence Day flag-raising ceremony. The flag-raising ceremony was the first time that the Mount Whitney's crew had joined civic leaders, civilians and military members from Gaeta to commemorate American Independence Day. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • GAETA, Italy - Capt. Ted Williams, commanding officer of the U.S. 6th Fleet flagship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20), left, hands Cosmo Mitrano, Mayor of Gaeta, an American flag during an Independence Day flag-raising ceremony. The flag-raising ceremony was the first time that the Mount Whitney's crew had joined civic leaders, civilians and military members from Gaeta to commemorate American Independence Day. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • GAETA, Italy - Operations Specialist 3rd Class Emmanuel Garcia, left, and Operations Specialist 2nd Class Honey Silva, second from the left, assigned to USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) perform morning colors alongside Italian military. Mount Whitney is the U.S. 6th Fleet flagship homeported in Gaeta, Italy, and operates with a combined crew of U.S. Sailors and Military Sealift Command civil service mariners. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ST. PETERSBURG, Russia - Capt. Kevin Hill, commanding officer of the guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60), right, discusses the ship's capabilities with Russian Capt. Oleg Zhuravlev, commander, Naval Base St. Petersburg, center, as Lt. Dimtry Shvets, left, translates during a tour of the ship. FRUKUS is an annual exercise aimed at improving maritime security through an open dialogue and increased training between the navies of France, Russia, United Kingdom and United States. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
  • ST. PETERSBURG, Russia - Sailors from Fench naval vessel De Grasse (D612), Russian naval vessel Yaroslav Mudriy (727), British navy vessel HMS York (90), guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) and U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, walk in formation during a wreath-laying ceremony held at the Piskariovskoye Memorial Cemetery during Exercise FRUKUS 2012. FRUKUS is an annual exercise aimed at improving maritime security through an open dialogue and increased training between the navies of France, Russia, United Kingdom and United States. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...