RF2ARKYNB–200113-N-RU810-1140EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 13, 2020) The amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), right, and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force amphibious transport dock ship JS Kunisaki (LST 4003) operate together in the East China Sea. The America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit team is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Vincent E. Zline/Rele
RM2R3RNHM–PALAWAN, PHILIPPINES (April 14, 2023) – Philippine Marine Corps amphibious assault vehicles conduct an amphibious raid during Exercise Balikatan 2023, April 14, 2023. Balikatan is an annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. Military designed to strengthen bilateral interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Carl Matthew Ruppert)
RM2KFD631–Colombia. 8th Nov, 2022. A Soldier assigned to 2nd Battalion, 130th Infantry Regiment, 33rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Illinois Army National Guard holds a snake which represents the Colombian Army's predominance in jungle operations prior to the opening ceremony of Exercise Southern Vanguard 23 on November. 8, 2022 at Tolemaida Military Base, Colombia. Exercise Southern Vanguard is U.S. Army South's premier training exercise taking place at the operational and tactical levels intended to increase interoperability between the USA and Western Hemisphere forces. This year's iteration, Ex
RMMK3BEM–(180507) -- QUEZON CITY, May 7, 2018 (Xinhua) -- Philippine Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana speaks during the opening ceremony of the 'Balikatan 2018' in Quezon City, the Philippines, May 7, 2018. Troops from the Philippines and the United States kicked off on Monday a series of joint military exercises designed to hone their interoperability skills in fighting terrorism and humanitarian assistance. Philippine Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana said the 12-day 'Balikatan 2018' will focus on interoperability training to address traditional and non-traditional security concerns. (Xinhua/Rouel
RMFTEJ7X–MEDITERRANEAN SEA (November 11, 2014) – Lt. Douglas Kroh, from Deltona, verifies the range of a nearby vessel aboard the Arliegh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67) during exercise Mavi Balina 2014. Exercise Mavi Balina is a biennial Turkish-led anti-submarine warfare maritime exercise involving NATO and regional forces in the eastern Mediterranean to improve interoperability and increase tactical proficiencies.
RMMHJ1E8–U.S. Marines and Sailors take a break from doing yard work in the local New Orleans area during Navy Week, April 23, 2018, April 23, 2018. During Navy Week New Orleans, Marines and Sailors are dedicated to supporting communities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Samuel Lyden). ()
RMPCH369–YOKOSUKA, Japan (Nov. 7, 2012) Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Dennis Mata, assigned to U.S. Naval Hospital Yokosuka, wraps gauze around the head of a simulated patient during a bilateral mass casualty drill at Fleet Activities, Yokosuka. The exercise familiarized U.S. and Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force Sailors with their responsibilities and demonstrated interoperability in responding to potential mass casualty disasters.
RM2M6W349–An MC-130J Commando II flies above New Zealand’s Southern Island during a low-level training sortie as part of exercise Teak Net 22, May 5, 2022. During TN22 U.S. and Royal New Zealand Air Forces worked together to build interoperability and execute complex, realistic operations.
RF2ARKYXR–A U.S. Air Force 96th Bomb Squadron pilot positions a U.S. Air Force 2nd Bomb Wing B-52H Stratofortress behind a U.S. Air Force 60th Air Mobility Wing KC-10 Extender over Saudi Arabia in support of Bomber Task Force Europe 20-1, Nov. 1, 2019. The Stratofortress conducted a sortie to the U.S. Central Command area of operations in order to conduct interoperability training with Saudi partners in support of shared regional security interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
RM2WWA1EP–A U.S. Marine F-35A Lightning II assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 242, Iwakuni, Japan, sits ready to take off for Red Flag-Nellis 24-2 mission at Nellis AFB, Nevada, March 20, 2024. Red Flag exercises build partnerships and interoperability among our allies and across domains. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)
RMMK3BC4–Quezon City, Philippines. 7th May, 2018. U.S. soldiers march during the opening ceremony of the 'Balikatan 2018' in Quezon City, the Philippines, May 7, 2018. Troops from the Philippines and the United States kicked off on Monday a series of joint military exercises designed to hone their interoperability skills in fighting terrorism and humanitarian assistance. Philippine Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana said the 12-day 'Balikatan 2018' will focus on interoperability training to address traditional and non-traditional security concerns. Credit: Rouelle Umali/Xinhua/Alamy Live News
RMFTEJ7B–MEDITERRANEAN SEA (November 9, 2014) – Ensign Dustin Baker points out range and bearing to Ensign David Mahoney aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67) during exercise Mavi Balina. Exercise Mavi Balina is a biennial Turkish-led anti-submarine warfare maritime exercise involving NATO and regional forces in the eastern Mediterranean to improve interoperability and increase tactical proficiencies.
RMMHC6KJ–Corporal Jacob Cummings, a fire team leader with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, mows down bushes while participating in a community service event as part of Navy Week New Orleans, April 23, 2018, April 23, 2018. During Navy Week New Orleans, Marines and Sailors are dedicated to supporting communities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Samuel Lyden). (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Samuel Lyden). ()
RMPCH2J5–TOWNSHEND ISLAND (July 13, 2017) A landing craft air cushion (LCAC) from Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7, pulls into the beach to drop off equipment as part of a large-scale amphibious assault exercise during Talisman Saber 2017. Talisman Saber is a biennial U.S. and Australia bilateral exercise held off the coast of Australia meant to achieve interoperability and strengthen the U.S.-Australia alliance.
RM2GKGX06–An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 493rd Fighter Squadron takes off for exercise Agile Liberty at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, April 19, 2021. Following the Agile Combat Employment exercise, the 48 FW will conduct bilateral training with the Polish air force to maintain joint readiness while building interoperability capabilities.
RF2D4RDK1–A U.S. Air Force 96th Bomb Squadron pilot positions a U.S. Air Force 2nd Bomb Wing B-52H Stratofortress behind a U.S. Air Force 60th Air Mobility Wing KC-10 Extender over Saudi Arabia in support of Bomber Task Force Europe 20-1, Nov. 1, 2019. The Stratofortress conducted a sortie to the U.S. Central Command area of operations in order to conduct interoperability training with Saudi partners in support of shared regional security interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Ruano)
RM2GNHAGM–A humvee is loaded onto a Polish air force C-130E Hercules aircraft and then rapidly unloaded as part of a rodeo event at Powidz, Poland, Sept. 24, 2021 during Aviation Rotation Detachment 21-4. The rodeo contains a series of events between Polish and American service members creating friendly competition and increasing interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
RM2JPKN23–August 11, 2022 - Ahvenanmaan Maakunta (fi), Finland - A soldier with the Finnish Navy High Readiness Unit patrols with U.S. Marines, assigned to the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), during bilateral training on Russaro Island, Finland, August. 11, 2022. During the training, U.S. Marines and Finnish soldiers integrated to increase interoperability between their forces. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd MEU, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to
RMMK3BGA–Quezon City, Philippines. 7th May, 2018. U.S. soldiers march during the opening ceremony of the 'Balikatan 2018' in Quezon City, the Philippines, May 7, 2018. Troops from the Philippines and the United States kicked off on Monday a series of joint military exercises designed to hone their interoperability skills in fighting terrorism and humanitarian assistance. Philippine Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana said the 12-day 'Balikatan 2018' will focus on interoperability training to address traditional and non-traditional security concerns. Credit: Rouelle Umali/Xinhua/Alamy Live News
RMFTEF21–140615-N-EZ054-158 BALTIC SEA (June 15, 2014) - The Arleigh Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG79) is underway during Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2014. Now in its 42nd year, BALTOPS is an annual, multinational exercise to enhance maritime capabilities and interoperability, and to support regional stability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Luis R. Chavez Jr/Released)
RMMHC6MH–U.S. Marines and Sailors take a break from doing yard work in the local New Orleans area during Navy Week, April 23, 2018, April 23, 2018. During Navy Week New Orleans, Marines and Sailors are dedicated to supporting communities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Samuel Lyden). ()
RMPCH348–Petty Officer 2nd Class Corbin Stinson, assigned to Mobile Diving Salvage Unit (MDSU) 1, enters the water for a dive during Exercise Dugong 2016, in Sydney, Australia, Nov. 10, 2016. Dugong is a bi-lateral U.S Navy and Royal Australian Navy training exercise, advancing tactical level U.S. service component integration, capacity, and interoperability with Australian Clearance Diving Team (AUSCDT) ONE.
RM2NYPTEY–Frank Wies, 52nd Civil Engineer Squadron fire patrol district chief, trains NATO firefighters on F-16 Fighting Falcon emergency procedures at NATO Air Base Geilenkirchen, Germany, Feb. 15, 2023. The interoperability of U.S. and German partners ensures agile emergency responses to protect the community in the event of an aircraft mishap.
RM2A8BYA1–A Royal Norwegian Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon flies over the Barents Sea region during Bomber Task Force Europe 20-1, Nov. 6, 2019. This deployment allows aircrews and support personnel to conduct theater integration and to improve bomber interoperability with joint partners and allied nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Duncan C. Bevan)
RM2JPKP70–August 11, 2022 - Ahvenanmaan Maakunta (fi), Finland - U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jacob Herr, a machine gunner with Battalion Landing Team 2/6, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), sights-in on a target during bilateral training with the Finnish Navy on Russaro Island, Finland, August. 11, 2022. During the training, U.S. Marines and Finnish soldiers integrated to increase interoperability between their forces. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd MEU, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of oper
RMG21CD7–(160522) -- ULAN BATOR, May 22, 2016 (Xinhua) -- Chinese soldiers are on a parade at the opening ceremony of the Khan Quest 2016 peacekeeping military drill in Tavan Tolgoi, Mongolia, May 22, 2016. Mongolia. Mongolia kicked off its annual multinational peacekeeping drill on Sunday, with an eye to boosting military-to-military interoperability on peacekeeping missions. Military personnel from 47 countries in five continents have arrived in Tavan Tolgoi, a Mongolian military training ground about 65 kilometers away from Ulan Bator, capital of Mongolia, for the military exercise code-named 'Khan
RMFTEF1X–140615-N-EZ054-031 BALTIC SEA (June 15, 2014) - The U.S. 6th Fleet command and control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC20) is underway during Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2014. Now in its 42nd year, BALTOPS is an annual, multinational exercise to enhance maritime capabilities and interoperability, and to support regional stability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Luis R. Chavez Jr/Released)
RMMKRW4M–180507-N-SO730-0010 NORFOLK, Va. (May 7, 2018) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) come aboard after handling lines in preparation for an underway, May 7, 2018. The ship is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier air wing exercises with the French navy to strengthen partnerships and deepen interoperability between the two nations' naval forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joe Boggio). ()
RMPCH473–EAST CHINA SEA (June 21, 2012) The Japan Maritime Self Defense Force Shirane-class destroyer JS Kurama (DDH-144), the Republic of Korea navy Chungmugong Yi Sun-sin class destroyer Munmu the Great (DDH-976), and the Nimitz-class Navy aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) are in formation during a trilateral exercise. The exercise is designed to improve interoperability and readiness among the three Navies.
RM2MG5JGK–U.S. Air Force and Royal Australian Air Force Airmen unload a pallet from a C-17 Globemaster III at RAAF Base Tindal, Northern Territory, Australia, Aug. 22, 2022. Airmen train alongside Allies and partners to enhance interoperability and bolster the collective ability to support a free and open Indo-Pacific.
RMM98CFG–An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 492nd Fighter Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England takes off from Andravida Air Base, Greece, March 21, 2018, during exercise INIOHOS 18. The 492nd FS is flying alongside Hellenic Air Force airmen and other partners and Allies during the exercise to increase interoperability and strengthen partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo/1st Lt. Elias Small)
RM2M4YK9M–Fort Bragg, North Carolina, USA. 8th Dec, 2022. A U.S. Soldier packs his parachute after jumping from a KC-130J Hercules assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, December. 8, 2022. Randy Oler Memorial Operation Toy Drop 2.0 is an event hosted by the U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command (Airborne) in conjunction with Fort Bragg and partner nations' airborne organizations to increase joint-airborne interoperability and conduct community outreach. VMGR-252 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the a
RMG21CD6–(160522) -- ULAN BATOR, May 22, 2016 (Xinhua) -- Mongolian honour guards are on a parade at the opening ceremony of the Khan Quest 2016 peacekeeping military drill in Tavan Tolgoi, Mongolia, May 22, 2016. Mongolia. Mongolia kicked off its annual multinational peacekeeping drill on Sunday, with an eye to boosting military-to-military interoperability on peacekeeping missions. Military personnel from 47 countries in five continents have arrived in Tavan Tolgoi, a Mongolian military training ground about 65 kilometers away from Ulan Bator, capital of Mongolia, for the military exercise code-named
RMFTEF1Y–140615-N-EZ054-067 BALTIC SEA (June 15, 2014) – Coalition forces participating in Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2014 observe a planned mine detonation during BALTOPS 2014. Now in its 42nd year, BALTOPS is an annual, multinational exercise to enhance maritime capabilities and interoperability, and to support regional stability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Luis R. Chavez Jr/Released)
RMMKRW4J–180507-N-SO730-0037 NORFOLK, Va. (May 7, 2018) A Marine Nationale (French navy) sailor observes preparations for an underway aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), May 7, 2018. The ship is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier air wing exercises with the French navy to strengthen partnerships and deepen interoperability between the two nations' naval forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joe Boggio). ()
RMW8A0BM–Petty Officer 3rd Class Bryan Myers, assigned to Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit 2, leaps from rock to rock along the ocean floor during diving operations in Valparaiso, Chile, on June 29, 2011. Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit 2 is participating in Navy Diver-Southern Partnership Station, a multinational partnership engagement intended to increase interoperability and partner nation capacity through diving operations.
RM2M6JG6D–Soldiers with the 56th Chemical Recoinassance Detatchment and 52nd Explosive Oridnance Detatchment train in an interoperability exercise with 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) in Boston, MA on 28 April, 2022. The training identified future requirements to increase familiarity between the teams with procedures and safety requirements when responding to environmental threats on public transit systems.
RMM98CFK–An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 492nd Fighter Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England takes off from Andravida Air Base, Greece, March 21, 2018, during exercise INIOHOS 18. The 492nd FS is flying alongside Hellenic Air Force airmen and other partners and Allies during the exercise to increase interoperability and strengthen partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo/1st Lt. Elias Small)
RMG21CD5–(160522) -- ULAN BATOR, May 22, 2016 (Xinhua) -- American soldiers are on a parade at the opening ceremony of the Khan Quest 2016 peacekeeping military drill in Tavan Tolgoi, Mongolia, May 22, 2016. Mongolia. Mongolia kicked off its annual multinational peacekeeping drill on Sunday, with an eye to boosting military-to-military interoperability on peacekeeping missions. Military personnel from 47 countries in five continents have arrived in Tavan Tolgoi, a Mongolian military training ground about 65 kilometers away from Ulan Bator, capital of Mongolia, for the military exercise code-named 'Khan
RMFTEF1R–140615-N-EZ054-015 BALTIC SEA (June 15, 2014) - The Arleigh Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin (DDG79) is underway during Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2014. Now in its 42nd year, BALTOPS is an annual, multinational exercise to enhance maritime capabilities and interoperability, and to support regional stability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Luis R. Chavez Jr/Released)
RMMMEJ5F–180510-N-NG136-0088 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 10, 2018) The aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) transits the Atlantic Ocean while performing flight operations in support of Chesapeake 2018, May 10, 2018. The ship is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier air wing exercises with the French navy to strengthen partnerships and deepen interoperability between the two nations' naval forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Zachary P. Wickline). ()
RMW89W12–U.S. Navy Aviation Machinist's Mate Airman Franco Gilbert waits to chain down an aircraft aboard the USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) on June 25, 2007. The Kitty Hawk is underway in the Coral Sea participating in Exercise Talisman Sabre 2007. The biennial exercise is designed to train Australian and U.S. forces in planning and conducting combined task force operations that help improve combat readiness and interoperability.
RM2M6JG32–Soldiers with the 56th Chemical Recoinassance Detatchment and 52nd Explosive Oridnance Detatchment train in an interoperability exercise with 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) in Boston, MA on 28 April, 2022. The training identified future requirements to increase familiarity between the teams with procedures and safety requirements when responding to environmental threats on public transit systems.
RMM98CFB–An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the Hellenic Air Forces’ 336th Squadron takes off from Andravida Air Base, Greece, March 21, 2018, during exercise INIOHOS 18. The 336th Squadron are training with the 492nd Fighter Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England and other partners and Allies during the exercise to increase interoperability and strengthen partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo/1st Lt. Elias Small)
RMFTEF20–140615-N-EZ054-108 BALTIC SEA (June 15, 2014) – Coalition forces participating in Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2014 are in formation after the planned mine detonation during BALTOPS 2014. Now in its 42nd year, BALTOPS is an annual, multinational exercise to enhance maritime capabilities and interoperability, and to support regional stability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Luis R. Chavez Jr/Released)
RMMN2EKH–180510-N-UV609-0474 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 10, 2018) A Rafale Marine attached to squadron 17F of the French navy launches off the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), May 10, 2018. GHWB is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier air wing exercises with the French navy to strengthen partnerships and deepen interoperability between the two nations' naval forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David Mora Jr.). ()
RMW89TJK–U.S. Navy Airman Sendy Jolicoeur directs a U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter to land aboard the USS Essex (LHD 2) as the ship operates in the Philippine Sea on Oct. 28, 2006. The ship, its embarked Marines and Philippine armed forces are conducting bilateral training exercises Talon Vision and Amphibious Landing Exercise FY '07, designed to enhance interoperability and professional military relations.
RM2M6JG71–Soldiers with the 56th Chemical Recoinassance Detatchment and 52nd Explosive Oridnance Detatchment train in an interoperability exercise with 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) in Boston, MA on 28 April, 2022. The training identified future requirements to increase familiarity between the teams with procedures and safety requirements when responding to environmental threats on public transit systems.
RM2H1A97R–A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter jet from the 480th Fighter Squadron taxis to join other squadron F-16s during Blue Flag 21 at Uvda Air Force Base, Israel, Oct. 17, 2021. The biennial BF exercise is designed to showcase coalition interoperability and strength while improving multinational partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Maeson L. Elleman)
RMFTE7G7–131109-N-UD469-007 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 09, 2013) - The Spanish frigate Alvaro de Bazan (F 101) follows the Turkish Frigate TCG Barbaros (F 244) into position for a live fire exercise. The evolution was part of the Exercise Dogu Akdeniz 2013, hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet, to support interoperability efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Amanda R. Gray/Released)
RMMN2ENM–180510-N-UV609-0539 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 10, 2018) A Rafale Marine attached to squadron 17F of the French navy lands on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), May 10, 2018. GHWB is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier air wing exercises with the French navy to strengthen partnerships and deepen interoperability between the two nations' naval forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David Mora Jr.). ()
RMPCH3TY–PHILIPPINE SEA (March 10, 2018) A Standard Missile (SM) 2 is launched from the aft missile deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) as part of a missile training exercise during Multisail 18. MultiSail is a bilateral training exercise improving interoperability between the U.S. and Japanese forces. This exercise benefits from realistic, shared training enhancing our ability to work together to confront any contingency.
RM2M6JG0C–Soldiers with the 56th Chemical Recoinassance Detatchment and 52nd Explosive Oridnance Detatchment train in an interoperability exercise with 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) in Boston, MA on 28 April, 2022. The training identified future requirements to increase familiarity between the teams with procedures and safety requirements when responding to environmental threats on public transit systems.
RMM8GGW7–A C-130J Super Hercules from Ramstein Air Base, Germany takes-off Mar. 12, 2018 from Little Rock Air Force Base, Ark. Team Little Rock hosted over 65 Airmen from six wings to train together and showcase tactical airlift. Partnerships and interoperability enhance operational effectiveness and mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dana J. Cable)
RMFTE7GM–131109-N-UD469-786 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Nov. 09, 2013) - A S-70B Seahawk helicopter takes off from the flight deck of the Turkish Patrol Craft TCG Gelibolu (F 493) for a photo exercise. The evolution was part of the Exercise Dogu Akdeniz 2013, hosted by Commander, Turkish Fleet, to support interoperability efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Amanda R. Gray/Released)
RMMN2EPJ–180510-N-UV609-0540 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 10, 2018) A Rafale Marine attached to squadron 17F of the French navy lands on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), May 10, 2018. GHWB is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier air wing exercises with the French navy to strengthen partnerships and deepen interoperability between the two nations' naval forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David Mora Jr.). ()
RMPCGCDA–ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 5, 2017) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the 'Tomcatters' of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 31, bottom, and an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the 'Blacklions' of VFA-213 fly in formation above the HMS Queen Elizabeth (R08) during exercise Saxon Warrior 2017. The U.S. and U.K. co-hosted carrier strike group exercise demonstrates interoperability and capability to respond to crises and deter potential threats.
RM2M6GGF7–Soldiers with the 56th Chemical Recoinassance Detatchment and 52nd Explosive Oridnance Detatchment train in an interoperability exercise with 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) in Boston, MA on 28 April, 2022. The training identified future requirements to increase familiarity between the teams with procedures and safety requirements when responding to environmental threats on public transit systems.
RMRATR7P–Kuwaiti Land Force’s soldiers stage their equipment for the joint live-fire exercise, Desert Observer Two, on December 12, 2018. Desert Observer, a biannual event conducted as part of Task Force Spartan, is an exercise that integrates a three-stage planning process, a dry run-through and a joint live-fire exercise geared toward increasing interoperability and cohesiveness between the United States Military and Kuwaiti Land Forces.
RMFTEDGA–150612-N-HX127-131 Baltic Sea (Feb. 12, 2015) -- Amphibous assault ships participating in Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2015 sail in formation off the coast of Sweden. BALTOPS is an annual multinational exercise designed to enhance flexibility and interoperability, as well as demonstrate resolve among allied and partner forces to defend the Baltic region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 3rd Class Timothy M. Ahearn/Released)
RMMN2EPM–180510-N-UV609-0522 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 10, 2018) A Rafale Marine attached to squadron 17F of the French navy lands on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), May 10, 2018. GHWB is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier air wing exercises with the French navy to strengthen partnerships and deepen interoperability between the two nations' naval forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David Mora Jr.). ()
RMPCH2H5–CORAL SEA (July 19, 2017) Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Sirus Woodard directs a Humvee onto Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1651 from the amphibious transport dock ship USS Ashland (LSD 48) as part of an amphibious assault during Talisman Saber 17. Talisman Saber is a biennial U.S.-Australia bilateral exercise held off the coast of Australia meant to achieve interoperability and strengthen the U.S.-Australia alliance.
RM2M6F6N3–Soldiers with the 56th Chemical Recoinassance Detatchment and 52nd Explosive Oridnance Detatchment train in an interoperability exercise with 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) in Boston, MA on 28 April, 2022. The training identified future requirements to increase familiarity between the teams with procedures and safety requirements when responding to environmental threats on public transit systems.
RM2D763DX–201008-N-TO604-1003 EASTERN PACIFIC (October 08, 2020) – U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267 conduct UH-1Y Venom flight deck landing qualifications aboard littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1), enhancing Navy and Marine Corps interoperability aboard littoral combat ships. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Operations Specialist Steve Sheffield)
RMFTEDD1–150610-N-SL539-094 BALTIC SEA - (June 10, 2015) â Royal Navy Rear Admiral Tim Lowe Salutes as he boards the Polish navy ship, ORP Gniezno, during BALTOPS 2015. BALTOPS is an annual multinational exercise designed to enhance flexibility and interoperability, as well as demonstrate resolve among allied and partner forces to defend the Baltic region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Lucas Askew/Released)
RMMN2EMN–180510-N-UV609-0481 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 10, 2018) A Rafale Marine attached to squadron 17F of the French navy launches off the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), May 10, 2018. GHWB is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier air wing exercises with the French navy to strengthen partnerships and deepen interoperability between the two nations' naval forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David Mora Jr.). ()
RMPCH4MA–Aircraft carriers USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) and FS Charles de Gaulle (R 91), guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG 64) and the French frigate FS Forbin (D 620) sail in formation. Harry S. Truman, part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group, is conducting operations with units assigned to French Task Force 473 to enhance levels of cooperation and interoperability, Jan. 31, 2014. U.S. Navy
RM2GKRWNB–Qatar Emiri Air Force medical personnel prepare to transport a patient with simulated injuries during an emergency response scenario June 23, 2021, at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. The QEAF worked alongside U.S. service members during the simulated operation to showcase their interoperability to assess injured patients and respond to an emergency situation.
RM2D763E3–201008-N-TO604-1002 EASTERN PACIFIC (October 08, 2020) – U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267 conduct AH-1W Super Cobra flight deck landing qualifications aboard the littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1), enhancing Navy and Marine Corps interoperability aboard littoral combat ships. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Operations Specialist Steve Sheffield)
RMFTEKA6–150112-N-ZZ999-001 GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, Germany (Jan. 12, 2015) Planners from more than 20 African and European maritime nations attend a final planning conference in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, for Exercise Obangame Express Jan. 12, 2015. The exercise will take place in the Gulf of Guinea in March 2015, and will focus on developing regional maritime interoperability. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Kent Laborde/Released)
RMMKRW6B–180507-N-JU894-0039 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 7, 2018) Sailors pull in a line during sea and anchor detail on the fantail aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), May 7, 2018. The ship is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier air wing exercises with the French navy to strengthen partnerships and deepen interoperability between the two nations' naval forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brooke Macchietto). ()
RMW89YET–U.S. Navy sailors with the visit, board, search and seizure team aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) speed through the northeastern Atlantic Ocean in rigid hulled inflatable boats while conducting maritime interdiction operations for Joint Warrior 10-2 on Oct. 11, 2010. Joint Warrior is a multinational exercise designed to improve interoperability between allied navies and prepare participating crews to conduct combined operations during deployment.
RM2MBF3PF–SINGAPORE - U.S. Army Soldiers with 1-2 Stryker Brigade Combat Team participate in a Field Training Exercise (FTX) during Exercise Tiger Balm 2022 here, June 15, 2022. The annual Tiger Balm Exercise has several events to showcase the differences between the forces, but also to expand the knowledge of each other's tactical strategies and increase interoperability.
RMRJ7P2G–An F-16 Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 180th Fighter Wing, Ohio Air National Guard, flies over the Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center during a deployment to Patrick Air Force Base, Feb. 4, 2019. The 180FW deployed more than 130 Airmen to Patrick AFB to develop and enhance interoperability, force integration and understanding of our sister service units. (Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Hope Geiger)
RMFTEJHW–(Dec. 10, 2014) Turkish navy Rear Adm. Oguz Karaman, head of Turkish Naval Forces Command’s Plans and Policy Division, left, meets with Rear Adm. John Nowell, chief of staff, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, at Naval Support Activity Naples, Dec. 10, 2014. U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet staff hosted a Turkish naval delegation to discuss future opportunities to strengthen interoperability.
RMMN2EM6–180510-N-UV609-0470 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 10, 2018) A Rafale Marine attached to squadron 17F of the French navy launches off the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), May 10, 2018. GHWB is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier air wing exercises with the French navy to strengthen partnerships and deepen interoperability between the two nations' naval forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David Mora Jr.). ()
RMW89XN8–U.S. Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit board Landing Craft, Utility 1627 to return to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) after participating in field training during Talisman Sabre 2009 at Shoalwater Bay Training Area in Queensland, Australia, on July 22, 2009. Talisman Sabre is a biennial combined training exercise designed to strengthen interoperability between Australian and U.S. forces.
RM2GK4WHP–Ukrainian Air Force and Ukrainian Special Operations Command members welcome Airmen of the 352d Special Operations Wing during an opening ceremony beginning a month of interoperability training events in Vinnytsia, Ukraine, August 2, 2021. The 352d SOW deployed to Ukraine to demonstrate commitment in the Black Sea region by strengthening relationships and combined capability.
RM2J545TG–Japan Ground Self-Defense Force 1st Airborne Brigade soldiers line up on the flightline at Yokota Air Base, Japan, during a bilateral jump training with the 36th Airlift Squadron, April 19, 2022. The goal of this event is to improve interoperability between the USAF and JGSDF by defense and information exchanges to deepen mutual understanding of each unit, and to further cement the U.S. and Japanese alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Gustavo Castillo)
RMFTEJJ0–(Dec. 10, 2014) Turkish navy Rear Adm. Oguz Karaman, head of Turkish Naval Forces Commandâs Plans and Policy Division, left, walks with Rear Adm. John Nowell, chief of staff, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, at Naval Support Activity Naples, Dec. 10, 2014. U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet staff hosted a Turkish naval delegation to discuss future opportunities to strengthen interoperability.
RMMKRW7N–180507-N-SO730-0035 NORFOLK, Va. (May 7, 2018) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), and Marine Nationale (French navy) sailors observe procedures in preparation for an underway, May 7, 2018. The ship is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier air wing exercises with the French navy to strengthen partnerships and deepen interoperability between the two nations' naval forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joe Boggio). ()
RMW89WFC–U.S. Navy Lt. Thomas Hoang (2nd from left) speaks with a patient during a medical and dental civic action project in Puskesmas Jangkar, Indonesia, on March 12, 2008. U.S. Marines and sailors from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit and members of the Indonesian armed forces are conducting the project to increase humanitarian assistance and disaster relief response capabilities, improve interoperability and continue professional relationships between the two militaries.
RM2NW8R8A–Royal air force Sgt. Tom Goulden, No. 70 Squadron air loadmaster, demonstrates how to open the exit door of a RAF Atlas C.1 A400M aircraft to U.S. service members at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Jan. 11, 2023. The RAF teamed up with the 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron for interoperability training.
RM2J545TH–Japan Ground Self-Defense Force 1st Airborne Brigade soldiers line up on the flightline at Yokota Air Base, Japan, during a bilateral jump training with the 36th Airlift Squadron, April 19, 2022. The goal of this event is to improve interoperability between the USAF and JGSDF by defense and information exchanges to deepen mutual understanding of each unit, and to further cement the U.S. and Japanese alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Gustavo Castillo)
RMFTEJ85–MEDITERRANEAN SEA (November 11, 2014) – Seaman Matthew Shirley, from Gordo, shifts his rudder over to check the ship’s swing aboard the Arliegh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67) during exercise Mavi Balina 2014. Exercise Mavi Balina is a biennial Turkish-led anti-submarine warfare maritime exercise involving NATO and regional forces in the eastern Mediterranean to improve interoperability and increase tactical proficiencies.
RMMN2EMK–180510-N-UV609-0278 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 10, 2018) American and French sailors taxi a E-2C Hawkeye attached to squadron 4F of the French navy aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), May 10, 2018. The ship is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier air wing exercises with the French navy to strengthen partnerships and deepen interoperability between the two nations' naval forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David Mora Jr.). ()
RMW89W07–U.S. Army Sgt. Richard Boone maintains a security perimeter around a Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicle during Exercise Talisman Sabre 2007 in Shoalwater Bay, Australia, on June 23, 2007. The biennial exercise is designed to train Australian and U.S. forces in planning and conducting combined task force operations that help improve combat readiness and interoperability. Boone is assigned to Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Infantry Regiment.
RM2NY44R3–Republic of Korea (ROK) Air Force 38th Fighter Group military policemen disembark from a truck during a training event at Kunsan Air Base, ROK, Feb. 7, 2023. During the training event, and the 38th FG worked together with the U.S. Air Force 8th Security Forces Squadron to strengthen their interoperability.
RM2J545W3–Japan Ground Self-Defense Force 1st Airborne Brigade soldiers don their equipment on the flightline at Yokota Air Base, Japan, during a bilateral jump training with the 36th Airlift Squadron, April 19, 2022. The goal of this event is to improve interoperability between the USAF and JGSDF by defense and information exchanges to deepen mutual understanding of each unit, and to further cement the U.S. and Japanese alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Gustavo Castillo)
RMFTEJ83–MEDITERRANEAN SEA (November 11, 2014) – Boatswain’s Mate Seaman Velena Taylor, from Washington D.C., acknowledges a speed change aboard the Arliegh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67) during exercise Mavi Balina 2014. Exercise Mavi Balina is a biennial Turkish-led anti-submarine warfare maritime exercise involving NATO and regional forces in the eastern Mediterranean to improve interoperability and increase tactical proficiencies.
RMMMEJ5Y–180510-N-SO730-0125 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 10, 2018) A French sailor screws a bomb component into proper place during a simulated bomb build aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), May 10, 2018. The ship is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier air wing exercises with the French navy to strengthen partnerships and deepen interoperability between the two nations' naval forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joe Boggio). ()
RMW89TT5–U.S. Army soldiers from Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team exit their M1126 Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicle during dismounted maneuvers at Warrior Valley on Rodriguez Range Complex, South Korea, on March 24, 2007, as part of exercise Foal Eagle 2007. The annual joint command post and field training exercise improves combat readiness and joint and combined interoperability.
RM2M7T7XB–U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Howard King, 48th Operational Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment noncommissioned officer in charge, introduces himself during an NCO luncheon at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, May 12, 2022. The Liberty Wing places a strong emphasis on strengthening interoperability with allies and partners.
RM2WX0G0K–A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 91st Air Refueling Squadron, MacDill Air Force Base (AFB), taxis across the runway for a night mission during Red Flag-Nellis 24-2 at Nellis AFB, Nevada, March 21, 2024. Red Flag exercises build partnerships and interoperability among our allies and across domains. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Jimmy Cummings)
RMFTEJ82–MEDITERRANEAN SEA (November 11, 2014) – Ensign James Russell, from Virginia Beach, orders a speed change aboard the Arliegh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67) as the ship comes about during exercise Mavi Balina 2014. Exercise Mavi Balina is a biennial Turkish-led anti-submarine warfare maritime exercise involving NATO and regional forces in the eastern Mediterranean to improve interoperability and increase tactical proficiencies.
RMMKRWP9–U.S. Army Pfc. Justin Dovos, 1st Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment, acts the part of the Multi-national Forces Battalion opposition force for the approaching Blue Force Platoon from the 12th Polish Mechanized Division during the Joint Warfighting Assessment (JWA), Grafenwoehr, Germany, May 7, 2018, May 7, 2018. JWA helps the Army assess emerging concepts, integrate new technologies, and promote interoperability within the Army, other services, U.S. allies and partners. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Julie Jaeger). ()
RMW89TW0–Petty Officer 3rd Class Kenneth Russell takes the temperature of a child during a medical civil assistance project at Barigoni School in Barigoni, Kenya, on March 7, 2007. The medical project was part of bilateral exercise Edged Mallet 2007, a U.S. and Kenyan military exercise designed to enhance interoperability and tactical proficiency of both nations, while providing practical training for medical specialists. Russell is a U.S. Navy hospital corpsman.
RM2GKK090–Security forces members with the 39th Security Forces Squadron, left, and Turkish Air Force stand along the perimeter of a hot refueling exercise at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, May 10, 2021. The training event was an opportunity for U.S. and Turkish Airmen to increase interoperability and proficiency in rapid deployment for future Agile Combat Employment operations.
RM2R3RNHX–PALAWAN, PHILIPPINES (April 14, 2023) - Philippine Marine Corps amphibious assault vehicles offload from the BRP Tarlac (LD-601) to conduct an amphibious raid during Exercise Balikatan 2023, April 14, 2023. Balikatan is an annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. Military designed to strengthen bilateral interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Carl Matthew Ruppert)
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