The USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) and USS Nimitz (CVN 68) strike groups commenced dual carrier flight operations in the Philippine Sea on June 21. The ships and aircraft assigned to both strike groups began coordinated operations in international waters demonstrating the United States’ unique capability to operate multiple carrier strike groups in close proximity.
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| Pacific Ocean, (June 12, 2020. Sailors assigned to the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group perform preflight checks on aircraft aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 11, is deployed conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts (Picture source: U.S. Navy/Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Greg Hall) |
