25 February 2015 Patrol Squadron 45 Strengthens Partnership in the Philippines The Pelicans of Patrol Squadron (VP) 45 hosted members of the Philippine air force and navy aboard a U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon for a familiarization flight to increase understanding and showcase the capabilities of the Navy’s newest maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft during a detachment to...
25 February 2015 Japanese First Responders Team Up with US Partners during Exercise Japanese first responders teamed up with the various services on Okinawa Feb. 17, to participate in a simulated aircraft mishap exercise at Torii Station designed to review procedures for responding to an off-base incident, while deepening mutual understanding and cooperation between the allied...
25 February 2015 U.S., Republic of Korea Marines Ruck Over Mountains U.S. Marines prepare for a 35- km hike by going through a 10- km looped course every day for a week. They were joined side by side with the Republic of Korea Marines as well. The Marines are hiking through Korean terrain as part of mountain warfare training during Korean Marine Exchange Program...
25 February 2015 US Marines Operate Republic of Korea Weapons Marines step forward onto the firing range, leveling their sites on their targets, they await the command to fire. The command is given and the sound of gunfire rings in nearby ears as targets fall hundreds of meters out.U.S. Marines with Alpha Company, 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine...
24 February 2015 Albuquerque Visits Australia during Final Deployment The Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Albuquerque (SSN 706) arrived at Stirling, Australia, Feb. 24, for a scheduled visit as part of Albuquerque's final deployment before being decommissioned. With a crew of approximately 140 Sailors, Albuquerque will conduct a multitude of missions and...