JOINT BASE PEARL HARBORHICKAM, Hawaii

Participants of the PACAF/PACFLT Engineer Theater Posture Summit at Joint-Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawai'I, discuss plans during a tabletop exercise. Jointly hosted by PACAF Civil Engineers and PACFLT Seabees, the summit brought together more than 80 engineers stationed across the world to exchange ideas, share best practices, and strengthen collaboration in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jared Harral) Share

SULU SEA

The Legend-class USCGC Stratton (WMSL 752), front, sails with the Philippine Coast Guard Vessel BRP Melchora Aquino (MRRV-9702) in the Sulu Sea, May 20, 2025. Stratton is deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. The U.S. Coast Guard has operated in the Indo-Pacific for more than 150 years, and the service is increasing efforts through targeted bilateral patrols with our national security cutters, fast response cutters, and other activities conducted in support of maritime missions to enhance our regional partnerships. (Courtesy photo) Share

SULU SEA

The Legend-class USCGC Stratton (WMSL 752), middle, sails with Philippine Coast Guard Teresa Magbanua-class patrol vessel BRP Melchora Aquino (MRRV-9702), top, in the Sulu Sea, May 20, 2025. Stratton is deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. The U.S. Coast Guard has operated in the Indo-Pacific for more than 150 years, and the service is increasing efforts through targeted bilateral patrols with our national security cutters, fast response cutters, and other activities conducted in support of maritime missions to enhance our regional partnerships. (Courtesy photo) Share

SULU SEA

The Philippine Navy’s Gregorio del Pilar-class patrol ship BRP Ramon Alcaraz (PS-16), front left, the Legend-class USCGC Stratton (WMSL 752), middle, and Philippine Coast Guard Teresa Magbanua-class patrol vessel BRP Melchora Aquino (MRRV-9702) sail together in the Sulu Sea, May 20, 2025. Stratton is deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. The U.S. Coast Guard has operated in the Indo-Pacific for more than 150 years, and the service is increasing efforts through targeted bilateral patrols with our national security cutters, fast response cutters, and other activities conducted in support of maritime missions to enhance our regional partnerships. (Courtesy photo) Share

Langkawi, Malaysia

Senior Chief Aviation Electrician's Mate Richard Tretsven, left, and Aviation Electrician's Mate Second Class Marcus Cox pose for a photo in front of an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the “Kestrels” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 with an attendee at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 in Langkawi, Malaysia, May 20, 2025. LIMA 25 is a biennial event that brings together industry stakeholders and government and military leaders from more than a dozen nations for a five-day event dedicated to the maritime and aerospace sectors for defense, civil and commercial applications. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey) Share

Langkawi, Malaysia

U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force personnel watch as two F/A-18E Super Hornets from Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 perform a fly-over at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 in Langkawi, Malaysia, May 20, 2025. Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 is in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations on a scheduled deployment, demonstrating the U.S. Navy's unwavering commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey) Share

Langkawi, Malaysia

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Chaz Burrows, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron programs flight chief, and Tech. Sgt. Kaylynn Staba, 36th Airlift Squadron instructor loadmaster, pose for a photo with attendees at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 in Langkawi, Malaysia, May 20, 2025. The 36 Airlift Squadron maintains mission-ready C-130J aircrew to conduct a wide variety of mission sets; including theater airlift, special operations, and humanitarian aid throughout the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey) Share

SUBIC BAY, Philippines

SUBIC BAY, Philippines (May 14, 2025) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) hoist the jackstaff while departing Subic Bay, May 14. Benfold is forward deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Monica Walker) Share

LOS ANGELES

LOS ANGELES (May 20, 2025) Guided-missile destroyer USS Carl M. Levin (DDG 120) arrives in Los Angeles for Los Angeles Fleet Week, May 20, 2025. Los Angeles Fleet Week, now in its eighth iteration, is a sea service celebration that allows citizens of Greater Los Angeles to witness today’s maritime capabilities firsthand. Nearly 1,000 Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen will showcase their capabilities and equipment, participate in various community service events, and enjoy the hospitality of Los Angeles during the event. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Caleb Kissner) Share

LOS ANGELES

LOS ANGELES (May 19, 2025) Sailors man the rails as the amphibious landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) arrives in Los Angeles for a Memorial Day remembrance ceremony during Los Angeles Fleet Week, May 19, 2025. Los Angeles Fleet Week, now in its eighth iteration, is a sea service celebration that allows citizens of Greater Los Angeles to witness today’s maritime capabilities firsthand. Nearly 1,000 Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen will showcase their capabilities and equipment, participate in various community service events, and enjoy the hospitality of Los Angeles during the event. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Shepard Fosdyke-Jackson) Share

OKINAWA, Japan

OKINAWA, Japan (May 17, 2025) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65) pilot a rigid-hull inflatable boat alongside the Benfold while conducting boat operations and personnel transfers in Okinawa, May 17. The Benfold is forward deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Monica Walker.) Share

HONOLULU, Hawaii

Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet (COMPACFLT), right, and COMPACFLT Master Chief Don Davis, left, pose for a photo with Aviation Structural Mechanic 1st Class Joseph Hopkins, the COMPACFLT shore Sailor of the Year (SOY), center left, and Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Andrew Velikic, the COMPACFLT sea SOY, center right, during the COMPACFLT SOY announcement ceremony in Honolulu, May 14, 2025. The SOY program, established in 1972, recognizes those who exemplify a warfighting spirit, the Navy’s core values, and a deep commitment to their commands and communities. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Sypert) Share