USS John C. Stennis Now Operating in Arabian Gulf

March 27, 2007

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Release # 073-07

USS John C. Stennis Now Operating in Arabian Gulf

From USS John C. Stennis Public Affairs

USS JOHN C. STENNIS, At Sea – The aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) has entered the Arabian Gulf, escorted by the guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54), today.

While in the Gulf, the flagship of the USS John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, will conduct a dual-carrier exercise with the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG). This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet.

This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in this region.

Two air wings from the aircraft carriers will conduct air warfare exercises while the surface components will conduct exercises in three general disciplines: anti-submarine, anti-surface and mine warfare.

John C. Stennis left its homeport of Bremerton, Wash., Jan. 16 for a regularly-scheduled deployment and began operating alongside coalition maritime forces in the region Feb. 19. After arriving, JCSSG began conducting Maritime Security Operations (MSO) and providing direct support to coalition ground forces participating in Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. During the 33 days of operations over Afghanistan, CVW 9 has provided close-air support and reconnaissance to International Security Assistance Force troops on the ground.

MSO help set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment, as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of regional nations. These operations deny international terrorists use of the maritime environment as a venue for attack or to transport personnel, weapons or other material.

The CVW 9 squadrons include the “Black Knights” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 154, “Blue Diamonds” of VFA 146, “Argonauts” of VFA 147, “Death Rattlers” of Marine Strike Fighter Squadron 323, “Yellowjackets” of Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron 138, “Golden Hawks” of Carrier Early Warning Squadron 112, “Topcats” of Sea Control Squadron 31, “Eightballers” of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron 8 and “Providers” of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron 30.

JCSSG includes John C. Stennis, CVW 9, Destroyer Squadron 21, USS Antietam (CG 54), the guided-missile destroyers USS O’Kane (DDG-77) and USS Preble (DDG 88) and the fast combat-support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10). More than 6,500 Sailors and Marines are assigned to JCSSG.

070327-N-9928E-082 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - An F/A 18F Super Hornet from the "Black Knights" of Strike Fighter Squadron 154 (VFA-154) breaks away from a formation of Super Hornets as it prepares to land on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Josue Lepoldo Escobosa

070327-N-8157C-008 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - An F/A-18C Hornet from the "Death Rattlers" of Marine Strike Fighter Squadron 323 (VMFA-323) lands on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Denny Cantrell

070327-N-8446A-006 Arabian Gulf (March 27, 2007) - An F/A-18F Super Hornet from Strike Fighter Squadron One Zero Three (VFA-103), the “Jolly Rogers launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). The Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, and John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Travis Alston

070327-N-8446A-005 Arabian Gulf (March 27, 2007) - An F/A-18F Super Hornet from Strike Fighter Squadron One Zero Three (VFA-103), the “Jolly Rogers lands on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). The Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, and John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Travis Alston

070327-N-8446A-004 Arabian Gulf (March 27, 2007) - An F/A-18F Super Hornet from Strike Fighter Squadron One Zero Three (VFA-103), the “Jolly Rogers launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). The Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, and John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Travis Alston

070327-N-8157C-004 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - An S-3B Viking from the "Topcats" of Sea Control Squadron 31 (VS-31) launches from catapult two aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). Stennis is participating a Dual Carrier Exercise in the Arabian Gulf with USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). As part of the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group, Stennis entered the Arabian Gulf March 27 for the first time during its regularly scheduled deployments in support of Maritime Security Operations (MSO). MSO help set the conditions for security and stability, as well as aid counter-terrorism and security efforts to regional nations. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Denny Cantrell

070327-N-8157C-003 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - A flight deck director taxis an S-3B Viking from the "Topcats" of Sea Control Squadron 31 (VS-31) onto catapult two before launching from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Denny Cantrell

070327-N-8157C-001 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - An S-3B Viking from the "Topcats" of Sea Control Squadron 31 (VS-31) lands on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Denny Cantrell

070327-N-3729H-112 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the "Black Knights" of Strike Fighter Squadron 154 (VFA-154) lands on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jon Hyde

070327-N-3729H-081 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - An F/A-18C Hornet from the "Argonauts" of Strike Fighter Squadron 147 (VFA-147) launches off the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jon Hyde

070327-N-3038W-174 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - Pilots from the "Black Knights" of Strike Fighter Squadron 154 (VFA-154) fly in formation high above the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman John Wagner

070327-N-2659P-395 ARABAIN GULF (March 27, 2007) - Two F/A-18C Hornets from the "Death Rattlers" of Marine Strike Fighter Squadron 323 (VFA-323) fly over the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul J. Perkins

070327-N-2659P-329 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - An F/A-18C Hornet from the "Argonauts" of Strike Fighter Squadron 147 (VFA 147) takes off from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul J. Perkins

070327-N-2659P-305 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - An F/A-18C Hornet from the "Argonauts" of Strike Fighter Squadron 147 (VFA 147) takes off from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul J. Perkins

070327-N-2659P-236 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - A flight deck director and other members from air department work together to taxi an S-3B Viking from the "Topcats" of Sea Control Squadron 31 (VS-31) into take-off position on a steam-propelled catapult aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul J. Perkins

070327-N-2659P-210 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - A flight deck director from air department's launch and recovery division waits for the next taxiing aircraft to line up for take-off aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul J. Perkins

070327-N-2659P-035 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - Final checkers ensure an F/A-18C Hornet from the "Death Rattlers" of Marine Strike Fighter Squadron 323 (VFA-323) is safe and ready for flight prior to launching from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) during a Dual Carrier Exercise in the Arabian Gulf with USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul J. Perkins

070327-N-2659P-018 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - Final checkers ensure an F/A-18C Hornet from the "Death Rattlers" of Marine Strike Fighter Squadron 323 (VFA-323) is safe and ready for flight prior to launching from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). Stennis is participating in a Dual Carrier Exercise in the Arabian Gulf with USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul J. Perkins

070327-N-8446A-010 Arabian Gulf (March 27, 2007) - An E-2C Hawkeye from the "Tigertails" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 125 prepares to land on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). The Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, and John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Travis Alston

070217-N-8446A-009 Arabian Gulf (March 27, 2007) – An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the 'Pukin Dogs' of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143 prepares to make an arrested landing on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). The Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, and John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Travis Alston

070327-N-8446A-009 Arabian Gulf (March 27, 2007) - An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the "Pukin Dogs" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143 prepares to make an arrested landing on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). The Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, and John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Travis Alston

070327-N-8446A-008 Arabian Gulf (March 27, 2007) - An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the "Pukin Dogs" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). The Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, and John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Travis Alston

070322-N-8446A-007 Arabian Gulf (March 22, 2007) – An F/A-18C Hornet from the “Wildcats” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 131 flies over the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). The Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, and John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Travis Alston

070327-N-8446A-007 Arabian Gulf (March 22, 2007) - An F/A-18C Hornet from the “Wildcats” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 131 flies over the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). The Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, and John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Travis Alston

070327-N-8446A-003 Arabian Gulf (March 27, 2007) - An F/A-18F Super Hornet from Strike Fighter Squadron One Zero Three (VFA-103), the “Jolly Rogers launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). The Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, and John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Travis Alston

070327-N-8446A-002 Arabian Gulf (March 27, 2007) - A plane director moves an F/A-18F Super Hornet from Strike Fighter Squadron One Zero Three (VFA-103), the “Jolly Rogers into launch position aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). The Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, and John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Travis Alston

070327-N-8446A-001 Arabian Gulf (March 27, 2007) - A plane director moves an E-2C Hawkeye from the "Tigertails" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 125 after landing on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). The Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, and John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Travis Alston

070327-N-2659P-143 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Cruise McGuire mans a 50-caliber machine gun during a Force Protection Action watch aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Paul J. Perkins

070327-N-9928E-041 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - Aircraft from the squadrons of Carrier Air Wing 9 (CVW-9) line up in preparation for launch aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Josue Lepoldo Escobosa

070327-N-2209T-084 ARABIAN GULF (March 27, 2007) - Sailors from air department’s launch and recovery division stand ready with push bars on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9; and the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKE CSG) and its air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, are conducting a dual-carrier exercise. This marks the first time the Stennis and Eisenhower strike groups have operated together in a joint exercise while deployed to the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet. This exercise demonstrates the importance of both strike groups’ ability to plan and conduct dual task force operations as part of the U. S. long-standing commitment to maintaining maritime security and stability in the Arabian Gulf region. Official U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman David Townsend

USS John C. Stennis Now Operating in Arabian Gulf

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