190317-N-IO414-1035 MANILA, Philippines (March 17, 2019) Ensign Nicholas Dortch, from Saint Petersburg, Florida, stands helm safety officer watch in the pilot house aboard the Avenger class mine countermeasures ship USS Chief (MCM 14) as the ship arrives at Manila, Philippines, for a port visit. Chief is visiting Manila while operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to work with their Philippine Navy counterparts to strengthen regional security and stability, and enhance interoperability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jordan Crouch/Released)