MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Jan. 24, 2022) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to the "Blue Blasters" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 34, refuels an F/A-18F Super Hornet, attached to the "Red Rippers" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11 in support of Neptune Strike 2022, Jan. 24, 2022. Neptune Strike 2022 highlights the natural evolution of NATO's ability to integrate the high-end maritime warfare capabilities of a carrier strike group to support the defense of the Alliance. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Jorgen Sorli)