MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 24, 2023) An MH-60S Sea Hawk, attached to the "Tridents" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9, transports Santa over the flight deck of the world's largest aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN) 78 to spread holiday cheer, Dec. 24, 2023. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group is currently operating in the Mediterranean Sea. The U.S. maintains forward deployed, ready, and postured forces to deter aggression and support security and stability around the world. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jennifer Newsome)