230215-N-YT019-2070 Capt. 14003 The guided-missile destroyer USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000) conducted its first in-class, live fire missile exercise, April 14, as the crew prepares for future employment opportunities. SAN DIEGO -- Commander, Naval Surface Forces (CNSF), Vice Adm. Tom Rowden is taking a holistic approach to implementing recommendations from the Comprehensive Review of Surface Force Incidents (CR) to ensure safe and effective ship operations at sea, the safety of our Sailors and the readiness of our surface forces. (808) 471-9800. [23] One of PhibPac's subordinate commands during World War II was Transports, Amphibious Force, Pacific Fleet, or TransPhibPac. Ships and Aircraft, Thirteenth Edition, 1984, 16. Corey Wright, the assistant operations officer aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with Allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. DILI, Timor Leste - Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT)/Marine Exercise (MAREX) Timor-Leste 2023 concluded in Dili, Timor-Leste, Feb. 15, following six days of in-person engagements that enhanced collaboration between the Timor-Leste military and police forces and the U.S. Naval Forces, Marianas/Commander . 230125-N-XN177-1231 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 25, 2023) A U.S. Army AH-64 Apache helicopter assigned to the 16th Combat Aviation Brigade lands aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Jan. 25, 2023. 230211-N-DU622-1588 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 11, 2023) An MV-22 Osprey from the Ugly Angels of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 362 flies by the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Senator Daniel K. Inouye, visited the island of Hawaii. SAN DIEGO Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CNSP) established Unmanned Surface Vessel Division (USVDIV) One during a ceremony, May 13, which also included a change of command ceremony for Surface Development Squadron (SURFDEVRON) One. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Mallorie Miller). Never forget. SINGAPORE (AUG. 23, 2021) Vice President Kamala Harris addresses the crew of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Tulsa (LCS 16) during an all-hands call, Aug. 23, 2021. Jackson, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment, operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. 230130-N-UA460-0057 Sailors man the rails aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) as the ship arrives for a scheduled port visit in Tomakomai, Japan, Jan. 30. As the type commander for naval aviation, Commander, Naval Air Forces (COMNAVAIRFOR)'s mission is to "Man, Train and Equip deployable, combat-ready Naval Aviation forces that win in combat.". Command Master Chief of Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific, Michael Kaszubowski, was reenlisted by his son, Ensign Sean Kaszubowski, the Electronic Warfare Officer aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Samson (DDG 102), Jan. 4. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Melvin Fatimehin), 230104-N-ZZ999-1002 HONOLULU (Jan. 04, 2023) Command Master Chief Michael Kaszubowski, of Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific, left, poses for a photo with his son, Ensign Sean Kaszubowski, the Electronic Warfare Officer aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Samson (DDG 102), following the fathers reenlistment ceremony, Jan. 4. Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Forces released "Surface Warfare: The Competitive Edge", at the Surface Navy Association National Conference, Jan 11. During the tour, Kitchener evaluated Rushmores current state of readiness and met with Sailors. Nimitz Carrier Strike Group (NIMCSG) and Makin Island Amphibious Group (MKI ARG) with embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) are conducting combined expeditionary strike force (ESF) operations in the South China Sea as part of continuing and routine interoperability training operations in the Indo-Pacific region. Dylon Grasso), SAN DIEGO (May 13, 2022) The medium-displacement unmanned surface vessel Sea Hunter sits pierside at Naval Base San Diego, during the Unmanned Surface Vessel Division (USDIV) One Establishment ceremony. He completed Naval Nuclear Power training and earned a Master of Science in National Strategic Studies from . Kitchener visited Hampton Roads commands and ships June 22-23, and hosted a commanders call with waterfront leadership. Executive Director. The U.S. Navy and the U.S. Coast Guard are 2/10/2023. David Catterall, the commanding officer of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62), delivers remarks during a Remembrance Ceremony held for the seven Sailors lost during a collision-at-sea on the five-year anniversary. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. In addition to SURFLANT's 60-plus ships, there are special mission and fleet support units that make up the more . 230211-N-DU622-1588 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 11, 2023) An MV-22 Osprey from the Ugly Angels of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 362 flies by the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). David Brooks Robinson (born 26 October 1939) is a retired United States Navy vice admiral. Douglas Langenberg, commanding officer of amphibious transport dock ship USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), greats Jose Ramos-Horta, President Timor-Leste during the closing reception of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) 2023, Feb. 15, 2023. Lake Champlain is homeported in San Diego. The Navy and Marine Corps Medal is the Navy's highest non-combat honor medal. Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet visited Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) and Sasebo (CFAS) to engage with forward-deployed Sailors and their communities and connect with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) partners, Oct. 16-20. Under his command the consolidation of all Cruisers, Destroyers (previously under COMDESPAC), Frigates (in Cruiser-Destroyer Force, Pacific), Amphibious (ComPhibPac), Mine Force (previously including Mine Squadron 7, disestablished in 1968), Pacific Fleet, Service Force Ships, Tenders and Repair Ships (in Service Force, Pacific Fleet (ComServPac)), Naval Special Warfare Forces (SEALS), and Amphibious warfare schools of the Pacific Fleet, was commenced. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Stevin Atkins), SAN DIEGO (July 15, 2022) Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) transits San Diego bay upon its return to homeport. (808) 471-8050. . 211005-N-WY048-1009 SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 5, 2021) San Francisco Mayor London N. Breed speaks during a press conference held in support of San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW) 2021. SOUTH CHINA SEA - Nimitz Carrier Strike Group (NIMCSG) and Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group (MKI ARG) with embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) are conducting integrated expeditionary strike force (ESF) operations in the South China Sea Feb. 11. The visit marks the first time that the destroyer, named after Medal of Honor recipient and former U.S. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cole Schroeder/Released), Photo By: Petty Officer 1st Class Kelby Sanders, Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cole Schroeder, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) forward deployed to Yokosuka, Japan concluded a visit to Otaru in the northern Japanese island prefecture of Hokkaido Feb. 10. YOKOSUKA, Japan - Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet hosted a trilateral meeting with Fleet commanders from Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) and Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy on board USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) Feb. 22. ." The USS Stockdale, named after Vice Admiral James Bond Stockdale, returned to Naval Base San Diego, July 15, following a 10-month deployment in the Indo-Pacific. She also served as Reserve Chief of Staff for US Pacific Fleet and Surface Forces Atlantic. At sea, he deployed with USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53), USS Chinook (PC 9), USS . SFFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience America's sea services. Naval Academy. "This is the result of excellent teamwork and multinational collaboration. Samuel Hardgrove), 220419-N-JX182-1068 PHILIPPINE SEA (April 19, 2022) Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class Corie Wooldridge, from San Marcos, California, guides an MQ-8C Fire Scout, attached to the Wildcards of Helicopter Sea Combat (HSC) Squadron 23, assigned to the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), onto the flight deck aboard Jackson. The Leaders to Sea program is sponsored by Commander, Naval Surface Forces and is designed to provide influential community leaders, educators, and business and industry executives with insight into the daily operations of a Navy ship at sea. She mobilized to Camp Lemonier Djibouti as the Deputy Director of Security Force Assistance for Combined Joint Forces Horn of Africa. The 40th annual San Francisco Fleet Week kicked-off Oct. 4 with ship arrivals bringing together the San Francisco community, Marines, Coastguardsmen and Sailors to celebrate the sea service branches of the military. Marc Crawford, center, commodore of Littoral Combat Ship Squadron ONE, gives the order to decommission Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Coronado (LCS 4) during a decommissioning ceremony, Sept. 14. He graduated with distinction from the University of Virginia in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. 230215-N-YT019-2070 Capt. USS Barry (DDG 52) departed Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan Feb. 17, as part of a scheduled homeport shift following six years of service forward-deployed to U.S. 7th Fleet. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas. Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, right, speaks with Cmdr. 230124-N-VJ326-1176 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 24, 2023) Sailors attach a pallet of ammunition to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 on the flight deck of amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Jan. 24, 2023. USS Barry (DDG 52) departed Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan Feb. 17, as part of a scheduled homeport shift following six years of service forward-deployed to U.S. 7th Fleet. BMD Training Specialist Aegis Fire Control System (FCS) SME. Amphibious transport dock USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) with embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) completed Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT)/Marine Exercise (MAREX) Timor-Leste, Feb. 15. The 2021 Memorial Day Ceremony was held at Star Park and sponsored by the Silver Strand Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America, the Coronado Council of the Navy League, the Coronado Marine Corps League Chapter, and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2422. Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (COMNAVSURFPAC) hosted the first Junior Officer Training Symposium (JOTS) event aboard Naval Base Point Loma, July 28. Never forget. Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, right, speaks with Lt. Cmdr. YOKOSUKA, Japan - USS Barry (DDG 52) departed Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan Feb. 17, as part of a scheduled homeport shift following six years of service forward-deployed to U.S. 7th Fleet. Lead-Follow. (U.S Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kelby Sanders), 220915-N-NQ285-1150 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 15, 2022) Lt. Cmdr. 230207-N-TV933-4692 Capt. The world's largest fleet command, the U.S. Pacific Fleet encompasses 100 million square milesnearly half the Earth's surfacefrom Antarctica to the Arctic Circle and from the West Coast . ARLINGTON, VA (Jan. 11, 2022) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, delivers the keynote address at the 34th Surface Navy Associations (SNA) national symposium in Arlington, VA, Jan. 11. Six emergency service leaders of San Diego County attended Leaders to Sea aboard USS Anchorage (LPD 23), July 14. IPC provides participants, both U.S. and international, with a formal venue to discuss training objectives, exercise participation and the overall scope of RIMPAC 2022. The official website for Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet. He is a 1990 graduate of the United States Naval Academy where he earned a Bachelor of Science in History. U.S. Navy website: U.S. Pacific Fleet 2841 Rendova Rd San Diego, CA 92155-5490 Email: Public Affairs Officer SOUTH CHINA SEA- The U.S. and Indonesian navies concluded three days of at-sea bilateral operations in the South China Sea from April 12-14. The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) departed Tomakomai, Japan, following a scheduled port visit, Feb. 3. Effective 1 October 2001, the U.S. Navy developed a "Lead-Follow" arrangement among its type commands wherein one type commander is designated the senior lead for the specific "type" of weapon system (i.e., naval aviation, submarine . He commanded USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53) and USS Higgins (DDG 76), during the Navys Sea Swap Initiative, and also commanded USS Princeton (CG59) and Expeditionary Strike Group 2. Navy Vice Adm. Thomas Rowden, commander of Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, released the naval message announcing the award, which recognizes a command's ability to perform efficiently . Deputy Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet. the Tri-Service Maritime Strategy. Joe Ring relieved Rear Adm. Tim Kott as Commander, Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific (MIDPAC) during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH), Hawaii, June 3. [2] During this period, the final consolidation took place. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kevin C. Leitner), 220815-N-KE597-1124 NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO (Aug. 15, 2022) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Forces, and retired Capt. Service Force Pacific Fleet - also merged into Commander, Naval Surface Forces Pacific in the 1970s. SAN FRANCISCO The 40th annual San Francisco Fleet Week hosted the annual medical exercise (MEDEX) Oct 7 to enhance the partnerships and cooperation for medical response in the wake of a natural disaster. USDIV One will focus on unmanned surface vessel experimentation and fleet advocacy for the surface force. Lake Champlain is homeported in San Diego. Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Carlos Del Toro announced today that the Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser formerly named USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) will be renamed USS Robert Smalls (CG 62). Download Hi-Res Image. He holds master's degrees from the Naval Post Graduate School and the National War College. Deputy Commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic 05 March 2021. . (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Allison R. Castro), 220728-N-US228-1199 SAN DIEGO (28 July 2022) Rear Adm. Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet visited Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) and Sasebo (CFAS) to engage with forward-deployed Sailors and their communities and connect with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) partners, Oct. 16-20. Scott Margolis, the operations officer aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Princeton (CG 59), during a scheduled visit to the ship. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Vance Hand), NORFOLK (April 8, 2022) Sailors listen to a panel of speakers during the first-ever Naval Surface Force Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Summit (DEI) Symposium. Blakeslee commanded USS The Sullivans (DDG 68), which earned the Battle E and served as the Ballistic Missile Defense Commander for Carrier Strike Group EIGHT in the Arabian Gulf. A native of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Ms. Jane A. 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