171025-N-ME396-237 NORFOLK (Oct. 25, 2017) An EA-18G Growler attached to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 131 lands on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) as part of a flight demonstration for the crew of the French navy frigate Forbin (D620), in background, during exercise Bold Alligator 2017 (#BA17). Improving Navy-Marine Corps amphibious core competencies along with coalition, North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), Allied and partner nations is a necessary investment in the current and future readiness of our forces. BA17 will take place Oct. 18 - 30, 2017, ashore along the eastern seaboard. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tristan B. Lotz/Released)