151116-N-TV402-042 YOKOSUKA, Japan (Nov. 16, 2015) Sailors attached to the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), remove rust from the ship's starboard sponson. Blue Ridge is currently moored in Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka undergoing a Selected Restricted Availability maintenance period, which will allow the ship to undertake future patrols, ensuring the safety and security of Pacific sea lanes. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Timothy Hale/Released)