190419-N-TO792-312 SOUTH CHINA SEA (April 19, 2019) Ensign Serena Gardner, from Santa Maria, Calif., attached to U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), and Naval Air Crewmen Helicopter 3rd Class John K. Kainoa, from Waikoaloa, Hawaii, attached to the Golden Falcons of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12, discuss rescue swimmer techniques. Blue Ridge is the oldest operational ship in the Navy and, as U.S. 7th Fleet command ship, actively works to foster relationships with allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific Region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mar'Queon A. D. Tramble/Released)