190605-N-LX838-0058 KIEL, Germany (June 5, 2019) Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Mark Wilhite, assigned to the Dragon Whales of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28, pictured on the flight deck of the Blue Ridge-class amphibious command ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) in support of exercise Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2019. BALTOPS is the premier annual maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, marking the 47th year of one of the largest exercises in Northern Europe enhancing flexibility and interoperability among allied and partner nations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Steven Edgar/Released)