USS Frank E. Petersen Jr. conducts flight ops in Indian Ocean

An MH-60R Sea Hawk, assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 71, prepares to land on the flight deck of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Frank E. Petersen Jr. (DDG 121), Aug. 25, 2026. Frank E. Petersen Jr. is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. Units assigned to U.S. 7th Fleet conduct continuous patrols to deter aggression, strengthen alliances and partnerships, and advance peace through strength. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathaly Cruz)