171003-N-XN518-041 SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 3, 2017) Gunner’s Mate 2nd Class Ian Kilcrease discusses Navy weaponry with guests on the flight deck of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during Fleet Week San Francisco 2017. Fleet weeks provide an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard team and experience America's sea services. Fleet Week San Francisco will highlight naval personnel, equipment, technology and capabilities with an emphasis on humanitarian assistance and disaster response. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Irwin Sampaga/Released)