BEAUFORT SEA (March 9, 2022) U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. David A. Krumm, Commander, U.S. Northern Command’s Alaskan Command (ALCOM), crosses the brow after visiting the Virginia-class fast attack submarine USS Illinois (SSN 786) during the Navy's Ice Exercise (ICEX) 2022. ICEX 2022 is a three-week exercise that allows the Navy to assess its operational readiness in the Arctic, increase experience in the region, advance understanding of the Arctic environment, and continue to develop relationships with other services, allies and partner organizations. (U.S. Navy photograph by Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class Justin Yarborough)