BAY OF BENGAL (Oct. 11, 2021) An MH-60R Sea Hawk, assigned to the �Blue Hawks� of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 78, flies over the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Izumo-class helicopter destroyer JS Kaga (DDH 184) as part of MALABAR 2021, Oct. 11, 2021. MALABAR 2021 is a maritime exercise designed to improve integration, address common maritime security priorities and concerns, enhance interoperability and communication, and strengthen enduring relationships between the Royal Australian Navy, the Indian navy, the JMSDF, and U.S. maritime forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Haydn N. Smith)