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181212-N-LH273-0011
181212-N-LH273-0011 ARABIAN SEA (Dec. 12, 2018) Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) Erick Smith, assigned to the “Blackjacks” of helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 21, rides in an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter while conducting flight operations with the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2). The John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group and the Essex Amphibious Ready Group are conducting integrated operations in the Arabian Sea to ensure stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Adam Brock/Released)

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Photo by: MC2 ADAM BROCK |  VIRIN: 181212-N-LH273-0011.JPG