ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 4, 2024) An MH-60R Seahawk, attached to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46, takes off on Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), while an MH-60S Seahawk attached to Helicopter Seas Combat Squadron (HSC) 5 loads personnel in the Atlantic Ocean, May 4, 2024. George Washington is deployed as part of Southern Seas 2024 which seeks to enhance capability, improve interoperability, and strengthen maritime partnerships with countries throughout the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility through joint, multinational and interagency exchanges and cooperation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class August Clawson)