RME8A4T7–The amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), front, and Peruvian Navy ships sail in formation during a passing exercise in the Pacific Ocean Sept. 3, 2014. The America embarked on a mission to conduct training engagements with partner nations througho
RMM0TM0B–Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), front, transits the Pacific Ocean next to Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson Strike Group is currently operating in the Pacific as part of a regularly scheduled deployment.
RF2BE6C0F–The U.S. Navy flagship America-class amphibious assault ship USS America during routine patrol April 10, 2020 in the East China Sea.
RMHF2D0B–Marines and Sailors aboard the future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) man the rails as the ship departs Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Aug. 9, 2014. America was moored in Rio for a scheduled port visit during her maiden transit, 'America Visits the Americas.' During the visit, the ship's command hosted distinguished visitors while Marines and Sailors with Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force South conducted a theater security cooperation event with Brazilian Naval forces on Marambaia Island. Through partner nation activities, key leader engagements and security cooperation activit
RMEM6G74–A photograph of the USS America (LHA-6), in San Diego Bay, as seen from Seaport Village.
RMEANRKW–USS America (LHA 6) docked along the San Francisco waterfront on October 11, 2014, the day of her commissioning.
RMPCH2P7–A Peruvian naval officer stands at attention during a reception on the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) in Callao, Peru, Sept. 1, 2014. The America embarked on a mission to conduct training engagements with partner nations throughout the Americas before reporting to its new home port of San Diego. The America was set to be ceremoniously commissioned Oct. 11, 2014.
RM2K9D2KA–USS America (LHA-6), is an amphibious assault ship of the United States Navy and the lead ship of the America-class amphibious assault ship. The fourth U.S. warship to be named for the United States of America, she was delivered in spring of 2014, replacing Peleliu of the Tarawa class. Her mission is to act as the flagship of an expeditionary strike group or amphibious ready group, carrying part of a Marine expeditionary unit into battle and putting them ashore with helicopters and V-22 Osprey tilt-rotor aircraft, supported by F-35B Lightning II aircraft and helicopter gunships.
RF2D4R493–200113-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
RM2FNCM8A–A Sikorsky SH-60 Seahawk helicopter with the US Navy Amphibious Assault Carrier, USS America (LHA-6) seen flying in Kanagawa.
RM2M5K828–SASEBO, Japan (March 21, 2022) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) stand in formation during a dress whites inspection. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RM2FNCEHY–A Sikorsky SH-60 Seahawk helicopter with the US Navy Amphibious Assault Carrier, USS America (LHA-6) seen flying in Kanagawa. (Photo by Damon Coulter / SOPA Images/Sipa USA)
RM2FNCN70–Yamato, Japan. 11th Nov, 2020. A Sikorsky SH-60 Seahawk helicopter with the US Navy Amphibious Assault Carrier, USS America (LHA-6) seen flying in Kanagawa. Credit: Damon Coulter/SOPA Images/ZUMA Wire/Alamy Live News
RMHMDA8F–PACIFIC OCEAN-- The USS America (LHA-6), the Navys newest class of ship, floats off the coast of California. The USS America is specifically designed
RF2KCC9MW–Sailors fire a 40mm saluting battery aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America.
RME78KET–The amphibious assault USS America (LHA 6) prepares to anchor off the coast of Callao, Peru, Aug. 31, 2014. The America embarked on a mission to conduct training engagements with partner nations throughout the Americas before reporting to its new home por
RM2GFB352–U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B’s with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), prepare for take-off aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), in the Philippine Sea Aug. 17, 2021. The MV-22B provides combatant commanders with extended range and flexibility for a wide range of missions. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of America Expeditionary Strike Group in the 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
RF2AXD6GT–A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter aircraft assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit prepares for take off from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS America February 6, 2020 in the Philippine Sea.
RMHG216W–Future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) a ship from the Peruvian navy sail in formation during a passing exercise (PASSEX) in the Pacific Ocean. America is currently traveling through the U.S. Southern Command and U.S. 4th Fleet area of responsibility on its maiden transit, 'America Visits the Americas.' America is the first ship of its class, replacing the Tarawa-class of amphibious assault ships. As the next generation 'big-deck' amphibious assault ship, America is optimized for aviation, capable of supporting current and future aircraft such as the MV-22 Osprey and F-35B Joint St
RMEM6G71–A photograph of the USS America (LHA-6), in San Diego Bay, as seen from Seaport Village.
RMPCH3YG–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft attached to Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron (VMX) 22 prepares to land on the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) in the Pacific Ocean Aug. 27, 2014. The America embarked on a mission to conduct training engagements with partner nations throughout the Americas before reporting to its new home port of San Diego. The America was set to be ceremoniously commissioned Oct. 11, 2014.
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
RM2M5K80W–SASEBO, Japan (March 21, 2022) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) pose for a formal picture after a dress whites inspection. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RM2HK9H4D–Philippine Sea. 20th Jan, 2022. Boatswain Mate 3rd Class Daniel Garcia, from San Bernardino, Calif., assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), signals the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Yukon (T-AO 202) during a connected replenishment-at-sea. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (Credi
RMHMK59K–PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 30, 2016) An F-35B Lightning II aircraft is launched from the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). The
RME907R3–U.S. Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) hold a U.S. flag for an aerial photo as the ship passes under the Golden Gate Bridge during a scheduled port visit for the 34th Annual Fleet Week Oct. 6, 2014, in San Francisco, Cali
RMM0TM1F–The Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), foreground, transits the Pacific Ocean next to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson Strike Group is currently operating in the Pacific as part of a regularly scheduled deployment.
RMDHNXW3–The US Navy USS America returns to Huntington Ingalls Shipyard after completing Builder's Sea Trials prior to commissioning November 9, 2013 in Pascagoula, MS. The America will be the first ship of its class, replacing the Tarawa class of amphibious assault ships.
RMHF2EX4–A Sailor assigned to the future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) removes the chocks and chains from an MV-22 Osprey from Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron 22 (VMX-22) before its departure from America, Aug. 30, 2014. The Osprey conducted a ship to shore movement of Marines, Sailors and equipment with Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force South to Peru for a theater security event. During the TSC, the Marines and Sailors with will participate in medical, explosive ordnance disposal and combat marksmanship bi-lateral exchanges with the Peruvian Marine Corps. Throu
RMEM6J5X–A photograph of the USS America (LHA-6), in San Diego Bay, as seen from Seaport Village.
RMPCH2WM–SAN DIEGO (Jan. 5, 2015) Sgt. Major of the Marine Corps Micheal P. Barrett takes a question from Chief Hospital Corpsman Gerald Lee during an all-hands call aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America is the first ship of its class and the fourth to bear the name. The ship replaces the Tarawa-class of amphibious assault ship as the next generation “big-deck” amphibious assault ship and is optimized for aviation and capable of supporting current and future aircraft such as the MV-22 Osprey and F-35B Joint Strike Fighter.
RM2M5D65J–SASEBO, Japan (March 3, 2022) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) heave line in the ship’s forecastle. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RMHMJ7B0–PACIFIC OCEAN -- Maj. B. M. ''Lenny'' Walsh, an F-35B Lightning II pilot, prepares to take off from the flight deck of the USS America (LHA 6),
RMFH484G–BREMERTON, Wash. (Feb 21, 2016) - Machinist's Mate 3rd Class James Souza, a Puyallup, Wash., native stationed with USS America (LHA 6) wrestles with Army Sgt. Victor Terrell in a 86kg Freestyle wrestling match during the 2016 Armed Forces Championship at Naval Base Kitsap-Bremerton. The tournament is held over two days, one for Greco-Roman style wrestling and the other Freestyle, between the Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force.
RFK2WMBX–The Amphibious Assault ship USS America (LHA 6) prepares to receive supplies from USNS Wally Schirra.
RF2BE6BWR–The U.S. Navy flagship America-class amphibious assault ship USS America during routine patrol April 10, 2020 in the East China Sea.
RMHFD98R–The amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) is anchored in the port of La Punta during a scheduled port visit in Callao, Peru, Sept. 2, 2014. The newly commissioned amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) embarked on a mission to conduct training engagements with partner nations throughout the Americas before reporting to its new home port of San Diego. The America was set to be ceremoniously commissioned Oct. 11, 2014. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st John Scorza/Released) The amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) is anchored in the port of La Punta during a
RMEM6G86–A photograph of of two kayakers in front of the USS America (LHA-6), in San Diego Bay, as seen from Seaport Village.
RMPCH404–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron (VMX) 22 departs from the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) Sept. 5, 2014, in the Pacific Ocean. The ship embarked on a mission to conduct training engagements with partner nations throughout the Americas before reporting to its new home port of San Diego. The America was set to be ceremoniously commissioned Oct. 11, 2014.
RM2M5JJMF–EAST CHINA SEA (March 19, 2022) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) test the ship’s countermeasure wash-down system on the ship’s flight deck. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RMHMKFCJ–PACIFIC OCEAN -- The USS America, (LHA 6), houses 12 F35-B Lightning II aircraft off the coast of California, November 18, 2016. USS America is a new
RMFH4851–BREMERTON, Wash. (Feb 21, 2016) - Machinist's Mate 3rd Class James Souza, a Puyallup, Washington, native stationed with USS America (LHA 6) wrestles with Air Force 1st Lt. Clayton Gable in a 86kg Freestyle wrestling match during the 2016 Armed Forces Championship at Naval Base Kitsap-Bremerton. The tournament is held over two days, one for Greco-Roman style wrestling and the other Freestyle, between the Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force.
RMM0TM17–Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) transits the Pacific Ocean near Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson Strike Group is currently operating in the Pacific as part of a regularly scheduled deployment.
RF2BE6BWW–The U.S. Navy flagship America-class amphibious assault ship USS America sails in formation with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer JS Akebono, bottom, during routine patrol April 10, 2020 in the East China Sea.
RMM3P24D–171222-N-FV739-027 CHANGI, Singapore (Dec. 22, 2017) - The amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) pulls in to RSS Singapura - Changi Naval Base, Singapore during a regularly scheduled port visit Dec. 22. America, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the Indo-Asia Pacific region to strengthen partnerships and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher A. Veloicaza) USS America arrives in Singapore by #PACOM
RMEM6G7N–A photograph of two kayakers in front of the USS America (LHA-6), in San Diego Bay, as seen from Seaport Village.
RMPCH45R–DIEGO (Feb. 2, 2018) Operations Specialist 2nd Class Jesse Soto holds his newborn child for the first time during the homecoming of the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), is returning from a regularly scheduled deployment to the Western Pacific and Middle East. The U.S. Navy has patrolled the Indo-Pacific region routinely for more than 70 years promoting peace and security.
RM2M5JJM0–EAST CHINA SEA (March 19, 2022) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) take the Navy-wide E-5 advancement exam in the ship’s wardroom. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region,
RMFH48TJ–BREMERTON, Wash. (Feb 21, 2016) - Machinist's Mate 3rd Class James Souza, a Puyallup, Wash., native stationed with USS America (LHA 6) and Operations Specialist 3rd Class Abril Ramirez, an El Paso, Texas, native stationed with USS Halsey (DDG 97), pose with their silver medals from competing in the 2016 Armed Forces Championship at Naval Base Kitsap. Souza was earned silver medals in the 85kg Greco-Roman weight class and in the 86kg weight class for freestyle while Ramirez earned a silver medal in the 63kg women's Freestyle weight class. The tournament was held between servi
RMM0TM1A–Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) transits the Pacific Ocean near Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson Strike Group is currently operating in the Pacific as part of a regularly scheduled deployment.
RM2BC8880–A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, performs a vertical landing on the flight deck of the Flagship America-class amphibious assault ship USS America during routine operations March 28, 2020 in the Philippine Sea.
RMM3P23K–171220-N-HT134-072 INDIAN OCEAN (Dec. 20, 2017) Sailors assigned to the command, control, communications, computers, collaboration and intelligence department aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) load the forward closed-in weapons system with 20mm rounds in preparation for a live exercise. America, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the Indo-Asia Pacific region to strengthen partnerships and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seama
RMPCH467–A U.S. Sailor assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) waits on the flight deck as the Chilean navy frigate CNS Capitan Prat (FFGM 11), background, sails nearby during a bilateral exercise Aug. 27, 2014, in the Pacific Ocean. The America embarked on a mission to conduct training engagements with partner nations throughout the Americas before reporting to its new home port of San Diego. The ship was set to be ceremoniously commissioned Oct. 11, 2014.
RM2M5N9AB–SASEBO, Japan (March 29, 2022) Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Rashad Williams, from Chesapeake, Va., assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), swears into the Navy during his reenlistment. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RME78KF5–U.S. Sailors and Marines assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) and Peruvian sailors play rugby in Callao,
RMM0TM0N–The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) steams through the Pacific Ocean. The amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) is part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU).
RMM3P25B–180103-N-HT134-148 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 3, 2018) Damage Controlman 2nd Class Andrew GebhartHardin reports to a repair locker during a simulated flooding training evolution aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to strengthen partnerships and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Daniel Pastor/Released) Sailors conduct simulated flooding training aboard the
RMPCH3YH–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft attached to Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron (VMX) 22 prepares to land on the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) in the Pacific Ocean Aug. 27, 2014. The America embarked on a mission to conduct training engagements with partner nations throughout the Americas before reporting to its new home port of San Diego. The America was set to be ceremoniously commissioned Oct. 11, 2014. (
RM2M5NJ5E–EAST CHINA SEA (Feb. 24, 2022) An F-35B Lightning II fighter aircraft from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) flies over the forward-amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st MEU, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RME5H26T–U.S. Sailors assigned to the newly commissioned amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) man the rails as the ship departs H
RMM0B588–an assistant gunner with Low-Altitude Air Defense detachment assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161 (Reinforced) of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepares to test fire a Stinger launch simulator during a training exercise aboard amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), Jan. 6, 2018.
RMM3P254–171228-N-HT134-004 SINGAPORE STRAITS (Dec. 28, 2017) Seaman Lea Sabino, assigned the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), stands aft lookout watch as the ship departs Singapore after a scheduled port visit. America, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the Indo-Asia Pacific region to strengthen partnerships and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Daniel Pastor/Released) USS America departs Singapore following port visit by #PACOM
RM2E9TC1C–MV-22 approaches USS America (LHA-6) in July 2014.
RM2M5KJTD–SASEBO, Japan (March 22, 2022) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Airman Camron Lamarre, from Brooklyn, N.Y., assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), watches as the American flag is prepared for colors. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RME78J81–U.S. Sailors and Marines assigned to the newly commissioned amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) observe the scenery as the ship transits the Strait of Magellan Aug. 20, 2014. The ship embarked on a mission to conduct training engagements with part
RM2BGCRD6–Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) transits the South China Sea. America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, 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.
RMM3P259–180102-N-ZS023-032 CELEBES SEA (Jan. 2, 2018) Marines assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), participate in Marine Corps martial arts program training in the hangar bay. America, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 15th MEU, is operating in the Indo-Asia Pacific region to strengthen partnerships and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Vance Hand/Released) U.S. Marines with the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit participate
RM2E9TC18–MV-22B of VMX-22 landing on USS America (LHA-6) in July 2014.
RM2M5KJWE–SASEBO, Japan (March 22, 2022) Airman Faith Mugo, from Dallas, assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), cleans in the ship’s cardio gym during all-hands cleaning stations. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RME78JYG–U.S. Sailors and Marines man the rails as the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) leaves Valparaiso, Chile, Aug. 27, 2014. The America embarked on a mission to conduct training engagements with partner nations throughout the Americas before report
RM2BGCRE2–Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) transits the South China Sea. America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, 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.
RMM3P23J–171220-N-ZS023-059 INDIAN OCEAN (Dec. 20, 2017) A Mark 38 Mod. II machine gun system aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) fires 25mm rounds during a live fire exercise on the starboard weather deck. America, part of the America Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the Indo-Asia Pacific region to strengthen partnerships and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Vance Hand/Released) Service members train with a Mark 38 Mod. II machine gun system ab
RM2ETAR8X–Peruvian service members and guests join U.S. Sailors and Marines on the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) for a reception in Callao, Peru, Sept 140901
RM2M5K814–SASEBO, Japan (March 21, 2022) Chief Logistics Specialist Kristie Pierre, from Detroit, assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), examines Sailors uniforms during a dress whites inspection. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RME78J7M–U.S. Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus, left, has dinner with U.S. Sailors and Marines aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) as it transits the Strait of Magellan Aug. 19, 2014. The newly commissioned amphibious assault ship USS America (LH
RM2BGCRE0–Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) transits the South China Sea. America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, 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.
RM2MDD847–SASEBO, Japan (July 16, 2022) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed assault carrier USS America (LHA 6), participate in an air traffic simulation. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RM2ETAR9C–Peruvian service members and officials join U.S. Sailors and Marines on the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) for a reception in Callao, Peru, Sept 140901
RM2M5DFEP–PHILIPPINE SEA (March 4, 2022) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) battle a simulated fire during a general quarters drill. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RME78KEN–U.S. Marines and Sailors with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force South line up behind an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft attached to Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron (VMX) 22 on the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) to b
RM2BGCRDK–Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) transits the South China Sea. America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, 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.
RM2ME3J90–AT SEA (July 27, 2022) The forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6) test fires its close-in weapon system (CIWS). America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RM2ETAR8A–Peruvian service members and guests join U.S. Sailors and Marines on the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) for a reception in Callao, Peru, Sept 140901
RM2M5D65G–SASEBO, Japan (March 3, 2022) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) secure a line around a bit in the ship’s forecastle. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, along with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RME78JYE–A Chilean Navy helicopter assigned to Helicopter Attack Squadron (HA) 1 prepares to land on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) during a bilateral exercise in the Pacific Ocean Aug. 27, 2014. The America embarked on a missio
RM2BGCRCP–Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) transits the South China Sea. America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, 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.
RM2ME3JW7–AT SEA (July 27, 2022) The forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6) test fires its close-in weapon system (CIWS). America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RM2ETAR99–Peruvian service members pose for a photo with U.S. Navy Command Master Chief Chad Lunsford, front center left, the command master chief of the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), and Command Master 140902
RM2M5JJN7–EAST CHINA SEA (March 19, 2022) Sailors assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25 wash an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RME78J84–U.S. Navy Seaman Apprentice Petit Fr?re Samuel looks through the ship?s binoculars to conduct a course survey aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) Aug. 20, 2014, in the Strait of Magellan. The ship embarked on a mission to conduct traini
RM2BGCRCK–Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) transits the South China Sea. America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, 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.
RM2MDD5F7–PACIFIC OCEAN (July 16, 2022) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6) conduct an anchor freefall in the ship’s fo’c’sle. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RM2HHG3C5–Stbd side view of USS America (LHA-6) in August 2014.
RM2M5JJM6–EAST CHINA SEA (March 19, 2022) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) use fresh water to wash the ship’s flight deck after testing the countermeasure wash-down system. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RME6B3KD–U.S. Navy Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Ivan Pellecer, center left, assigned to the newly commissioned amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), bounces a soccer ball off his head as he warms up with teammates before a match against Brazilian sailors Aug. 6