Command Senior Chief Oliver Bailey Command Senior Chief Oliver Bailey SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: CNSP VIRIN: 260128-N-N0831-0002 CMDCS (EXW/SW/AW) Oliver Bailey IV
PHIBRON 11’s Change of Command Ceremony 260223-N-XP477-1312 The official party salutes during the National Anthem during Amphibious Squadron (PHIBRON) 11’s change of command ceremony aboard America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Feb. 23, 2026. During the ceremony, Capt. Timothy Carter relieved Capt. John Baggett as commodore of PHIBRON 11. PHIBRON 11 is the newest and only forward-deployed amphibious squadron in the U.S. Navy. With enhanced capability and Naval integration, the squadron consists of amphibious assault ships which include the Tripoli, transport dock ships USS New Orleans (LPD 18) and USS San Diego (LPD 22), and dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Danian C. Aiko-Douglas) SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 1st Class Danian Douglas VIRIN: 260224-N-N0831-0003 Amphibious Squadron 11 Holds Change of Command OKINAWA, Japan – Capt. John P. Baggett was relieved by Timothy R. Carter as commodore of Amphibious Squadron (PHIBRON) 11 during a change of command ceremony held on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), while in port in White Beach, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 23. CPR 11 LATEST NEWS SURFPAC LATEST NEWS AMPHIBIOUS SQUADRON 11 Change of Command
LCSRON One Holds Change of Command Ceremony 260220-N-UJ449-1562 Capt. Jose Roman, right, requests permission to go ashore for the final time from Vice Adm. Brendan McLane, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, during a change of command and retirement ceremony on Naval Base San Diego, Feb. 20, 2026. Littoral combat ships are fast, optimally-manned, mission-tailored surface combatants that operate in near-shore and open-ocean environments, winning against 21st-century coastal threats. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Josh Coté) SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 1st Class Josh Cote VIRIN: 260224-N-N0831-0004 Littoral Combat Ship Squadron One Holds Change of Command Ceremony SAN DIEGO – Littoral Combat Ship Squadron One held a change of command ceremony aboard Naval Base San Diego, Feb. 20. LCSRON 1 LATEST NEWS SURFPAC LATEST NEWS Littoral Combat Ship Squadron ONE Change of Command
SMWDC Hosts Indian Navy VCNS 260212-N-OR809-4365 SAN DIEGO- Rear Adm. T. J. Zerr, commander, Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC) hosts Indian Nav Vice Adm. Sanjay Vatsayany, Vice Chief of Naval Staff, at SMWDC headquarters onboard Naval Base San Diego during a visit to Navy Region Southwest. SMWDC enhances the lethality and tactical proficiency of the Surface Force. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 1st Class Demitrius Williams VIRIN: 260213-N-N0831-0004 Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center hosts Indian Vice Chief of Naval Staff SAN DIEGO — Rear Adm. T.J. Zerr, commander, Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC), hosted Vice Adm. Sanjay Vatsayan,Vice Chief of Naval Staff, Indian Navyat SMWDC headquarters onboard Naval Base San Diego, Feb. 12. SMWDC LATEST NEWS INDO PACIFIC Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center STRATEGIC ALLIANCE SURFPAC LATEST NEWS
Unmanned Surface Vessel Division 31, 32, 33 Assumption of Command 260122-N-UN585-1155 CORONADO, Ca. (Jan. 22, 2026) - Unmanned Surface Vessel Divisions 31, 32, and 33 stand at attention during the assumption of command ceremony for the three divisions. During the ceremony, Lt. Konstantine Glaros assumed command of Unmanned Surface Vessel Division 31, Lt. Sarah Weinstein assumed command of Unmanned Surface Vessel Division 32, and Lt. Joseph Gruber assumed command of Unmanned Surface Vessel Division 33. The mission of Commander, Naval Surface Force, Pacific Fleet is to man, train, and equip the Surface Force to provide fleet commanders with credible naval power to control the sea and project power ashore. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Claire M. Alfaro) SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 1st Class Claire Alfaro VIRIN: 260212-N-N0831-0002 Commanders of Unmanned Surface Vessel Divisions 31, 32, 33 Assume Command CORONADO, Ca. (Jan. 30, 2026) – Commanders of Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) Divisions 31, 32 and 33 assumed their respective commands during a ceremony at Naval Air Station North Island, Coronado, Jan. 22. SURFPAC LATEST NEWS USVRON 3 LATEST NEWS UNMANNED SURFACE VESSEL SQUADRON THREE Pacific Fleet COMMAND EXCELLENCE
Surface Warfare Officers of the Year 251210-N-CE729-1001 WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 10, 2025) - Lt. Cmdr. Brian Van Metre poses for a photo Dec. 10, 2025. Van Metre was selected as the Atlantic Surface Warfare Officer of the Year for 2025 due to his exceptional leadership, professionalism, and warfighting proficiency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Wideman) SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 1st Class Jonathan Wideman VIRIN: 260212-N-N0831-0001 Surface Warfare Officers of the Year It is no exaggeration to assert that Surface Warfare Officers (SWO) are among the most vital personnel within the U.S. Navy’s surface fleet. SWOs play an integral role in nearly every aspect of shipboard operations. From navigating the vessel and overseeing flight operations to ensuring the safety and coordination of the crew, their influence is both broad and critical. They lead Sailors across divisions responsible for the full range of a ship’s operations—from mast to keel, and bow to stern. SURFPAC LATEST NEWS surface warfare Navy Leadership SWO WARFIGHER
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Command Senior Chief Oliver Bailey Command Senior Chief Oliver Bailey SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: CNSP VIRIN: 260128-N-N0831-0002 CMDCS (EXW/SW/AW) Oliver Bailey IV