ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 13, 2021) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Gabriella Pagan, left, from San Antonio, Texas, and Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Andrew Taylor, from Anaheim, California, prepare to shoot a .50 caliber machine gun during a live-fire exercise of aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Ike is operating in the Atlantic Ocean in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jairus P. Bailey)