180608-N-SO730-0170 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 8, 2018) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Patric Silva prepares to begin direct aircraft aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is underway conducting routine training exercises to maintain carrier readiness. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joe Boggio/Released)