200714-N-FQ453-2102 SURIGAO STRAIT (July 14, 2020) Sailors prepare to conduct flight operations on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 11, is deployed conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dalton Reidhead/Released)