Mine Warfare Exercise (MINEX) 2JA

Aerographers Mate 2nd Class Michael Woolheater and Robotics Warfare Technician 2nd Class Gunner Mcintosh launch a Mk 18 MOD I during Mine Warfare Exercise (MINEX) 2JA near Ominato, Japan, July 15, 2025.

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MUTSU BAY - MUTSU BAY (July 15, 2025) Aerographers Mate 2nd Class Michael Woolheater and Robotics Warfare Technician 2nd Class Gunner Mcintosh launch a Mk 18 MOD I during Mine Warfare Exercise (MINEX) 2JA near Ominato, Japan, July 15, 2025. MINEX 2JA is part of an annual series of bilateral exercises held between the U.S. and Japan to increase proficiency in mine countermeasure operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 1st Class Shane Norby)

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