ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 6, 2024) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Geovany Jurado, assigned to the combat systems department of the world's largest aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), assists in a NATO Sea Sparrow weapon system download on the flight deck, Jan. 6, 2024, in the Atlantic Ocean. 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 Nolan Pennington)