USS Jackson In-port Subic Bay, Philippines 220601-N-EU544-495 SUBIC BAY, Philippines (June 2, 2022) Cmdr. Brian Bungay, commanding officer of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), poses for a photo on the bridge of USS Jackson while pier side in Subic Bay, Philippines. 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Alexandra Green) SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Lt.j.g. Alexandra Green VIRIN: 220623-N-N0831-0010 Subic Bay native visits hometown as USS Jackson commanding officer A Subic Bay, Philippines, native is serving in the U.S. Navy as the commanding officer aboard the deployed Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) that pulled into the port of his hometown, June 2-4. USS Jackson LCS 6 LATEST NEWS DESRON 7 LATEST NEWS CARAT 2022 SEACAT MTA Sama Sama ESG 7 LATEST NEWS
USS Jackson (LCS 6) Transits The South China Sea 211101-N-FA490-1283 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 1, 2021) The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) transits the South China Sea during a search and rescue exercise (SAREX). Jackson, part of Destroyer Squadron Seven, is on a rotational deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operation to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf/released) SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 220622-N-N0831-0006 Expanding Maritime Partnership: Thailand, U.S. 2022 CARAT Exercise Royal Thai and U.S. navies begin maritime training during the 28th annual Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) exercise, May 23. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS USS Jackson SAREX DESRON 7 LATEST NEWS CARAT 2022 ROYAL THAI Navy CTF 72 FFG 421 FFG 471 Indo-Pacific ESG 7 LATEST NEWS
LCS Returns to Singapore 220502-N-JX182-1004 SOUTH CHINA SEA (May 2, 2022) Sailors stand watch during a special sea and anchor detail aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Charles DeParlier) SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Charles DeParlier VIRIN: 220503-N-N0831-0004 LCS Returns to Singapore The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) arrived at Changi Naval Base in Singapore May 2, as part of a rotational deployment to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS USS Jackson DESRON 7 LATEST NEWS uss gabrielle giffords LCS 10 LATEST NEWS ESG 7 LATEST NEWS TASK FORCE 76 ASEAN-US AUMX SEACAT RIMPAC CARAT LCS 16 LATEST NEWS USS Tulsa
Aboard USS Jackson, MQ-8C Fire Scout returns to flight 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. 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. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Charles DeParlier) SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Lt.j.g. Mohammad Issa VIRIN: 220427-N-N0831-0002 Aboard USS Jackson, MQ-8C Fire Scout returns to flight The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) completed underway return to flight operations of the Navy’s unmanned helicopter, the MQ-8C Fire Scout, in the Philippine Sea, April 20. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS CNSP LATEST NEWS USS Jackson HSC 23 HSC 21 USS Tulsa LCS 16 LATEST NEWS USS Charleston LCS 18 LATEST NEWS DESRON 7 LATEST NEWS ESG 7 LATEST NEWS
USS Savannah (LCS 28) Commissioning 220206-N-VF045-1101 BRUNSWICK, Ga., (Feb. 5, 2022) Sailors assigned to Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Savannah (LCS 28) man the rails during Savannah's commissioning ceremony. Savannah is the Navy's 14th Independence-variant littoral combat ship. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James S. Hong) SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James S. Hong VIRIN: 220207-N-N0831-0004 Navy Commissions Littoral Combat Ship USS Savannah (LCS 28) The U.S. Navy commissioned its newest Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship USS Savannah (LCS 28) Feb. 5, 2022, in Brunswick, Ga. LCS 28 LATEST NEWS AS 8 CL 42 AOR 4 LCS 4 LATEST NEWS LCS 6 LATEST NEWS LCS 8 LATEST NEWS LCS 10 LATEST NEWS LCS 12 LATEST NEWS LCS 14 LATEST NEWS LCS 16 LATEST NEWS LCS 18 LATEST NEWS LCS 20 LATEST NEWS LCS 22 LATEST NEWS LCS 24 LATEST NEWS LCS 26 LATEST NEWS LCSRON 1
The future USS Savannah (LCS 28) pierside in Brunswick 220204-N-VF045-1020 The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Savannah (LCS 28) visits Brunswick, Ga. Savannah is the Navy's 14th Independence-variant littoral combat ship. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James S. Hong) SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 2nd Class James Hong VIRIN: 220215-N-N0831-0006 USS Savannah (LCS 28) Commissions The U.S. Navy commissioned its newest Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship USS Savannah (LCS 28) Feb. 5, 2022, in Brunswick, Ga. LCS 28 LATEST NEWS LCSRON 1 LATEST NEWS AS8 CL 42 AOR 4 LCS 4 LATEST NEWS LCS 6 LATEST NEWS LCS 8 LATEST NEWS LCS 10 LATEST NEWS LCS 12 LATEST NEWS LCS 14 LATEST NEWS LCS 16 LATEST NEWS LCS 18 LATEST NEWS LCS 20 LATEST NEWS LCS 22 LATEST NEWS LCS 24 LATEST NEWS LCS 26 LATEST NEWS
USS Miguel Keith Conducts Flight Operations PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 28, 2022) An MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft and a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) refuel on the flight deck of USS Miguel Keith (ESB 5). Miguel Keith, assigned to Expeditionary Strike Group 7, is currently operating as the Theater Littoral Warfare Commander's flagship 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. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Lt.Cmdr. Sherrie A Flippin VIRIN: 220201-N-N0831-0004 Commander Task Force Seventy-Six (CTF-76), embarks USS Miguel Keith to Command and Control theater littoral warfare operations The Navy and Marine Corps “blue-green team” composed of Commander Task Force Seventy-Six (CTF 76)/Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) 7 is underway with the embarked 31st and 11th Marine Expeditionary Units (MEUs), for training and operations in the Indo-Pacific region. ESB 5 LATEST NEWS CTF 76 ESG 7 LATEST NEWS MEU LHD 2 LATEST NEWS LHA 6 LATEST NEWS LCS 18 LATEST NEWS LCS 6 LATEST NEWS LCS 16 LATEST NEWS MCM 10 LATEST NEWS
LCS visits Brunei, conducts bilateral exercise 220113-O-NR876-042 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 13, 2022) - The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) exercises with the Royal Brunei Navy Darussalam-class offshore patrol vessel KDB Daruttaqwa (DTQ 09) in the South China Sea. Jackson, part of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, is on a rotational deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operation to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Operations Specialist Alexandro Wiggins) SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Senior Chief Operations Specialist Alexandro Wiggins VIRIN: 220121-N-N0831-0003 LCS visits Brunei, conducts bilateral exercise Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) arrived in Brunei Jan. 14 following a one-day exercise at sea with the Royal Brunei Navy (RBN). LCS 6 LATEST NEWS COVID-19 DESRON 7 LATEST NEWS DTQ 09 SEACAT CARAT
U.S., Brunei commence bilateral exercise CARAT Brunei 211115-N-YQ414-594 BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Brunei (Nov. 15, 2021) Personnel from the U.S and Brunei kicked off Cooperation Afloat and Readiness at Sea Training (CARAT) Brunei 2021 during a virtual opening ceremony, Nov. 15. In its 27th year, the CARAT series is comprised of multinational exercises, designed to enhance U.S. and partner navies’ abilities to operate together in response to traditional and non-traditional maritime security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Lt.j.g. Mohammad Issa VIRIN: 211115-N-N0831-0002 U.S., Brunei commence bilateral exercise CARAT Brunei U.S. military and Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) are partnering in the 27th annual Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) maritime exercise, virtually and in the South China Sea, Nov. 15. CDS 7 LATEST NEWS CARAT Brunei LCS 6 LATEST NEWS HSC 23 P-8A CTF 72 CTF 73 CTF 76 ESG 7
Helicopter Sea Combat 23 (HSC 23) Sailor Poses For Portrait Helicopter Sea Combat 23 (HSC 23) Sailor Poses For Portrait SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211104-N-FA490-1018 Stoystown, Pennsylvania Native Serves Aboard USS Jackson SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 4, 2021) – A Stoystown, Pennsylvania native and 2018 West Virginia University graduate serves in the U.S. Navy aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship, USS Jackson (LCS 6), as part of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 detachment five. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS
USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor Poses For Portrait Gunner’s Mate 2nd Class Rafael Ruvalcaba, from El Paso, Texas, assigned to the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson, poses for a portrait in the hangar bay during routine operations. Jackson, part of Destroyer Squadron Seven, is on a rotational deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operation to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf/released) SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211117-N-N0831-0008 El Paso, Texas Native Serves Aboard USS Jackson An El Paso, Texas native and 2013 America’s high school graduate is serving in the U.S. Navy aboard the deployed Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). LCS 6 LATEST NEWS
211103-N-FA490-1028 Sailors assigned to the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), perform a foreign object debris (FOD) walkdown on the flight deck of Jackson during routine operations. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211105-N-N0831-0015 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors Perform FOD Walkdown Sailors assigned to the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), perform a foreign object debris (FOD) walkdown on the flight deck of Jackson during routine operations. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
211101-N-FA490-1448 A rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) assigned to the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), simulates fire-fighting techniques on a MK-58 signal flare during a search and rescue exercise (SAREX). SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211105-N-N0831-0009 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors Conduct SAREX A rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) assigned to the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), simulates fire-fighting techniques on a MK-58 signal flare during a search and rescue exercise (SAREX). LCS 6 LATEST NEWS SAREX CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
211101-N-FA490-1230 A rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) launches from the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), during a search and rescue exercise (SAREX). SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211105-N-N0831-0010 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Conducts Small Boat Operations A rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) launches from the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), during a search and rescue exercise (SAREX). LCS 6 LATEST NEWS SAREX CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
211030-N-FA490-1009 Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Ronnia Weaver, from Kansas City, Mo., right, checks out supplies to Gunner’s Mate 1st Class Daniel Dimayuga, from San Diego, Calif., aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) during routine operations. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211105-N-N0831-0011 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor Checks out Supplies Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Ronnia Weaver, from Kansas City, Mo., right, checks out supplies to Gunner’s Mate 1st Class Daniel Dimayuga, from San Diego, Calif., aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) during routine operations. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
211028-N-PL200-0001 Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), top, and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Murasame-class destroyer JS Yudachi (DD 103) sail together in the South China Sea. Jackson, part of Destroyer Squadron Seven, are on a rotational deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operation to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: JMSDF courtesy photo VIRIN: 211028-N-PL200-0001 Japan, U.S. form Surface Action Group in South China Sea SOUTH CHINA SEA – Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Murasame-class destroyer JS Yudachi (DD 103) and Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) operated bilaterally in the South China Sea. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS JMSDF JS YUDACHI DD 103 SAG COVID-19 DESRON 7 LATEST NEWS ESG 7 LATEST NEWS
211029-N-FA490-1029 The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) comes alongside the Henry J. Kaiser-class oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199), in preparation for replenishment-at-sea (RAS), during routine operations. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211105-N-N0831-0008 Replenishment at Sea The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) comes alongside the Henry J. Kaiser-class oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199), in preparation for replenishment-at-sea (RAS), during routine operations. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS T-AO 199 RAS CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force SH-60K Seahawk helicopter and Japanese (MSDF) Murasame-class Yuudachi (DDG 103) transit the South China Sea The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force SH-60K Seahawk helicopter and Japanese (MSDF) Murasame-class Yuudachi (DDG 103) transit the South China Sea SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211028-N-FA490-1956 The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force SH-60K Seahawk helicopter and Japanese (MSDF) Murasame-class Yuudachi (DDG 103) transit the South China Sea 211028-N-FA490-1956 The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force SH-60K Seahawk helicopter and Japanese (MSDF) Murasame-class Yuudachi (DDG 103) transit the South China Sea during a PHOTOEX. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS
211028-N-FA490-2256 The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) transits the South China Sea during routine operations. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211105-N-N0831-0004 USS Jackson Transits South China Sea The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) transits the South China Sea during routine operations. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
211028-N-FA490-1872 Naval Aircrewman 1st Class Christopher Fred, from Sarasota, Fla., assigned to the “Wildcards” of Helicopter Sea Combat 23 (HSC 23) transits the South China Sea in an MH-60S Seahawk helicopter during routine operations. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211105-N-N0831-0012 Helicopter Sea Combat 23 (HSC 23) Sailor transits the South China Sea Naval Aircrewman 1st Class Christopher Fred, from Sarasota, Fla., assigned to the “Wildcards” of Helicopter Sea Combat 23 (HSC 23) transits the South China Sea in an MH-60S Seahawk helicopter during routine operations. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS HSC 23 SAREX CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
211023-N-FA490-1002 211023-N-FA490-1002 Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Justin Bautista, from Los Angeles, assigned to the “Wildcards” of Helicopter Sea Combat (HSC) Squadron 23, washes an MH-60S Seahawk helicopter on the flight deck of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) during routine operations. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211026-N-N0831-0003 HSC 23 Sailor Washes Helicopter Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Justin Bautista, from Los Angeles, assigned to the “Wildcards” of Helicopter Sea Combat (HSC) Squadron 23, washes an MH-60S Seahawk helicopter on the flight deck of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) during routine operations. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS HSC 23 CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
211018-N-PL200-0001 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 18, 2021) 211018-N-PL200-0001 Independence-variant littoral combat ships USS Tulsa (LCS 16), left, and USS Jackson (LCS 6), right, sail with German Navy frigate FGS Bayern (F 217), center, in the Philippine Sea. Jackson & Tulsa, part of Destroyer Squadron Seven, are on a rotational deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operation to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (German Navy courtesy photo) SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Lt.Cmdr. Lauren Chatmas VIRIN: 211022-N-N0831-0002 U.S. Navy, German Navy sail at sea together, meet ashore Independence-variant littoral combat ships USS Jackson (LCS 6) and USS Tulsa (LCS 16) sailed with Germany Navy frigate FGS Bayern (F 217) in the Philippine Sea, and Tulsa hosted Bayern crewmembers for ship tours while moored at Naval Base Guam, Oct. 18 & 21. LCS 16 LATEST NEWS LCS 6 LATEST NEWS F 217 CDS 7 LATEST NEWS HSC 23 LCS 18 LATEST NEWS ESG 7 LATEST NEWS PHIBRON 11 HSC 25 COMCMRON 7 LATEST NEWS NBU 7 LATEST NEWS LCC 19 LATEST NEWS
211022-N-FA490-1083 211022-N-FA490-1083 Cmdr. Michael Root, captain of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), from Benton, Pa., observes a sea and anchor evolution from the starboard bridgewing of Jackson, during routine operations. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211026-N-N0831-0002 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Captain Observes Sea and Anchor Evolution 211022-N-FA490-1083 Cmdr. Michael Root, captain of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), from Benton, Pa., observes a sea and anchor evolution from the starboard bridgewing of Jackson, during routine operations. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
211021-N-FA490-1009 Aviation Electronics Mate 2nd Class Jonah Lawson, from Prineville, Ore., replaces a co-pilot trim release switch on an MH-60S Seahawk, assigned to the “Wildcards” of Helicopter Sea Combat 23 (HSC 23) aboard USS Jackson (LCS 6), during routine operations. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: CNSP VIRIN: 211022-N-N0831-0004 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor Stands Watch Aviation Electronics Mate 2nd Class Jonah Lawson, from Prineville, Ore., replaces a co-pilot trim release switch on an MH-60S Seahawk, assigned to the “Wildcards” of Helicopter Sea Combat 23 (HSC 23) aboard USS Jackson (LCS 6), during routine operations. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS HSC 23 CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
211021-N-FA490-1003 211021-N-FA490-1003 Aviation Electronics Mate 2nd Class Jonah Lawson, from Prineville, Ore., replaces a co-pilot trim release switch on an MH-60S Seahawk, assigned to the “Wildcards” of Helicopter Sea Combat 23 (HSC 23) aboard USS Jackson (LCS 6), during routine operations. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211026-N-N0831-0001 HSC 23 Sailor Performs Maintenance 211021-N-FA490-1003 Aviation Electronics Mate 2nd Class Jonah Lawson, from Prineville, Ore., replaces a co-pilot trim release switch on an MH-60S Seahawk, assigned to the “Wildcards” of Helicopter Sea Combat 23 (HSC 23) aboard USS Jackson (LCS 6), during routine operations. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS HSC 23 CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
211020-N-FA490-1020 Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Ray Nunley, from Memphis, Tenn., serves as forward lookout watch on the bridge of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), during routine operations. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211021-N-N0831-0001 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor Stands Watch Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Ray Nunley, from Memphis, Tenn., serves as forward lookout watch on the bridge of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), during routine operations. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
211019-N-FA490-1010 Sailors assigned to the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) prepare to come alongside Jackson in rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) during small boat operations. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211020-N-N0831-0007 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Perform Small Boat Operations Sailors assigned to the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) prepare to come alongside Jackson in rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) during small boat operations. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
211018-N-FA490-1827 The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Tulsa (LCS 16) comes alongside German Navy frigate Bayern (F 217) in the Philippine Sea while sailing with USS Jackson (LCS 6). SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211019-N-N0831-0002 USS Jackson, USS Tulsa sail with German Navy frigate Bayern in Philippine Sea The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Tulsa (LCS 16) comes alongside German Navy frigate Bayern (F 217) in the Philippine Sea while sailing with USS Jackson (LCS 6). LCS 16 LATEST NEWS F 217 LCS 6 LATEST NEWS CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
211018-N-FA490-1144 Naval Aircrewman 1st Class Christopher Fred, from Sarasota, Fla., assigned to the “Wildcards” of Helicopter Sea Combat (HSC-23) embarked aboard USS Jackson (LCS 6), conducts a pre-flight inspection on an MH-60S Seahawk during routine operations. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211019-N-N0831-0003 HSC-23 Sailor Conducts Pre-flight Check Naval Aircrewman 1st Class Christopher Fred, from Sarasota, Fla., assigned to the “Wildcards” of Helicopter Sea Combat (HSC-23) embarked aboard USS Jackson (LCS 6), conducts a pre-flight inspection on an MH-60S Seahawk during routine operations. HSC 23 LCS 6 LATEST NEWS CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor Receives Influenza Shot USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor Receives Influenza Shot SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211014-N-FA490-1012 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor Receives Influenza Shot 211014-N-FA490-1012 SANTA RITA, GUAM (Oct. 14, 2021) Operations Specialist 1st Class Alexander Favreau, from Springfield, Mass., assigned to the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), receives an influenza shot from Corpsman 3rd Class Christopher Hardnett, from Atlanta, Ga., assigned to U.S. Naval Base Guam (NBG), during an Influenza Vaccine Exercise. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS
USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor Participates In Anti-terrorism Training Team Drill USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor Participates In Anti-terrorism Training Team Drill SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211013-N-FA490-3016 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor Participates In Anti-terrorism Training Team Drill 211013-N-FA490-3016 APRA HARBOR, GUAM (Oct. 13, 2021) Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Anthony Hallback, from Bronx, New York, participates in an Antiterrorism Training Team (ATT) drill aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). LCS 6 LATEST NEWS
211011-N-FA490-1036 Sailors perform morning colors detail on the flight deck of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211013-N-N0831-0006 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors Perform Morning Colors Detail Sailors perform morning colors detail on the flight deck of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). LCS 6 LATEST NEWS CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
211010-N-FA490-1104 Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Kevin Dumindin, from Tampa, Fla., transports a 11-meter rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) with a Mobicon straddle-lift carrier in the mission bay of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211013-N-N0831-0005 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor Transports RIB Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Kevin Dumindin, from Tampa, Fla., transports a 11-meter rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) with a Mobicon straddle-lift carrier in the mission bay of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). LCS 6 LATEST NEWS CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
211008-N-FA490-1005 Lt. Cmdr. Francisco Samalot, from Bayamon, Puerto Rico, serves as helm safety officer on the bridge of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) during routine operations. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211013-N-N0831-0003 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor Stands Watch Lt. Cmdr. Francisco Samalot, from Bayamon, Puerto Rico, serves as helm safety officer on the bridge of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) during routine operations. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS CDS 7 LATEST NEWS
211007-N-FA490-2001 Gunner’s Mate 1st Class Daniel Dimayuga, from San Diego, Calif., right, and Culinary Specialist 1st Class Lari Negron, from Caguas, Puerto Rico, perform injury assessment on Information Technician 2nd Class Tyler Bidlack, from Tawanda, Pa., during aviation fire-fighting drill on the flight deck of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211012-N-N0831-0006 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors Perform Aviation Fire Fighting Drill Gunner’s Mate 1st Class Daniel Dimayuga, from San Diego, Calif., right, and Culinary Specialist 1st Class Lari Negron, from Caguas, Puerto Rico, perform injury assessment on Information Technician 2nd Class Tyler Bidlack, from Tawanda, Pa., during aviation fire-fighting drill on the flight deck of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). LCS 6 LATEST NEWS DESRON 7 LATEST NEWS
211006-N-FA490-3041 Sailors ready damage control gear in the engineering space of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), during a damage control flooding drill. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211012-N-N0831-0003 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors Participate in Damage Control Drill Sailors ready damage control gear in the engineering space of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), during a damage control flooding drill. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS DESRON 7 LATEST NEWS
211006-N-FA490-2045 Corpsman 1st Class Tyler Whitt, from Atlanta, stands-by as the ship-board independent duty corpsman (IDC) aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) during a man overboard drill. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211012-N-N0831-0004 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor Oversees Man Overboard Drill Corpsman 1st Class Tyler Whitt, from Atlanta, stands-by as the ship-board independent duty corpsman (IDC) aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) during a man overboard drill. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS DESRON 7 LATEST NEWS
211006-N-FA490-2032 Sailors assigned to the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) man a rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) during a man overboard drill. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211012-N-N0831-0005 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors Man RIB Sailors assigned to the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) man a rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RIB) during a man overboard drill. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS DESRON 7 LATEST NEWS
USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors Congratulate Chief Selectee USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors Congratulate Chief Selectee SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211005-N-FA490-1002 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors Congratulate Chief Selectee 211005-N-FA490-1002 APRA HARBOR, GUAM (Oct. 05, 2021) Cmdr. Michael Root, commanding officer of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), and Senior Chief Derek Nelson, command senior chief, congratulate Operations Specialist 1st Class Daniel Hernandez, from San Antonio, Texas, on becoming a chief selectee from the bridge of Jackson. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS
USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors Operate TBECS 211004-N-FA490-1009 APRA HARBOR, GUAM (Oct. 04, 2021) Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Alejandrina Keil, from American Samoa, operates a twin boom extensible crane system (TBECS) in the mission bay aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211004-N-FA490-1009 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors Operate TBECS 211004-N-FA490-1009 APRA HARBOR, GUAM (Oct. 04, 2021) Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Alejandrina Keil, from American Samoa, operates a twin boom extensible crane system (TBECS) in the mission bay aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). LCS 6 LATEST NEWS
USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor Transits Mission Bay 211002-N-FA490-2003 APRA HARBOR, GUAM (Oct. 02, 2021) Engineman 2nd Class Jacob Costello, from New Bedford, Mass., transits the mission bay aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 210928-N-FA490-1034 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor Transits Mission Bay 211002-N-FA490-2003 APRA HARBOR, GUAM (Oct. 02, 2021) Engineman 2nd Class Jacob Costello, from New Bedford, Mass., transits the mission bay aboard the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). LCS 6 LATEST NEWS
211002-N-FA490-1051 Capt. Marc Crawford, commodore, Surface Division Eleven, addresses the crew of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) during an all hands call on the flight deck. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrew Langholf VIRIN: 211012-N-N0831-0002 Commodore, Surface Division Eleven, addresses USS Jackson (LCS 6) Crew Capt. Marc Crawford, commodore, Surface Division Eleven, addresses the crew of the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) during an all hands call on the flight deck. DESRON 7 LATEST NEWS LCS 6 LATEST NEWS
210913-N-QR052-1025 APRA HARBOR, Guam (Sept. 13, 2021) Gunner�s Mate Seaman Ruben Rodriguez, from Abilene, Tex., performs routine maintenance on a lock system on the flight deck aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: MC3 Kelsey Culbertson VIRIN: 210913-N-QR052-1025 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors perform maintenance APRA HARBOR, Guam (Sept. 13, 2021) Gunner’s Mate Seaman Ruben Rodriguez, from Abilene, Tex., performs routine maintenance on a lock system on the flight deck aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). LCS 6 LATEST NEWS
USS Jackson (LCS 6) Engineman sets up cooler USS Jackson (LCS 6) Engineman sets up cooler SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Kelsey Culbertson VIRIN: 210913-N-N0831-0005 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Engineman sets up cooler USS Jackson (LCS 6) Engineman sets up cooler LCS 6 LATEST NEWS DESRON 7 LATEST NEWS
USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors participate in flight quarters USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors participate in flight quarters SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kelsey S. Culbertson VIRIN: 210906-N-QR052-1259 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors participate in flight quarters PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 6, 2021) Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class David Miller, from Chicago directs a MH-60S Sea Hawk, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23, off the flight deck aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) during a vertical replenishment-at-sea drill. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS
210904-M-EH070-1115 KOROR, Republic of Palau (Sept. 4, 2021) U.S. Marines and U.S. Coastguardsmen with Task Force Koa Moana 21, I Marine Expeditionary Force, accompany the U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Palau, Ambassador John Hennessey-Niland, to observe the USS Jackson (LCS 6), Destroyer Squadron 7, departing from the Commercial Seaport of Palau, in Koror, Republic of Palau, Sept. 4, 2021. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Cpl. Atticus Martinez VIRIN: 210904-M-EH070-1115 Observation in the Pacific KOROR, Republic of Palau -- U.S. Marines and U.S. Coastguardsmen with Task Force Koa Moana 21, I Marine Expeditionary Force, accompany the U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Palau, Ambassador John Hennessey-Niland, to observe the USS Jackson (LCS 6), Destroyer Squadron 7, departing from the Commercial Seaport of Palau, in Koror, Republic of Palau, Sept. 4, 2021. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS
USS Jackson (LCS 6) conducts daily operations in Palau PALAU (Sept. 3, 2021) Fire Controlman 1st Class Derrick Boyd, from San Antonio, Tex., stands watch at replenishment-at-sea station one aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Kelsey Culbertson VIRIN: 210907-N-N0831-0003 USS Jackson (LCS 6) conducts daily operations in Palau Fire Controlman 1st Class Derrick Boyd, from San Antonio, Tex., stands watch at replenishment-at-sea station one aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). LCS 6 LATEST NEWS DESRON 7 LATEST NEWS
USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor tests fuel Electrician’s Mate 1st Class Chance Emerson, from Denver, Colo., tests fuel in the oil lab aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Kelsey Culbertson VIRIN: 210907-N-N0831-0004 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor tests fuel Electrician’s Mate 1st Class Chance Emerson, from Denver, Colo., tests fuel in the oil lab aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). LCS 6 LATEST NEWS DESRON 7 LATEST NEWS
210902-M-EH070-1009 MALAKAL PASSAGE (Sept. 2, 2021) The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) sails alongside the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force the Izumo-class helicopter destroyer JS Kaga (DDH 184), the Murasame-class destroyer JS Murasame (DD 101), and the Asahi-class destroyer JS Shiranui (DD 120) through the Malakal Passage, Republic of Palau, Sept. 2, 2021. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Cpl. Atticus Martinez VIRIN: 210902-M-EH070-1009 Purposes Alike The USS Jackson (LCS 6) sails alongside the Japanese Ships Kaga, Murasame, and Shiranui through the Malakal Passage, Republic of Palau, Sept. 2, 2021. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS DESRON 7 LATEST NEWS JMSDF
210902-N-QR052-1582 PALAU (Sept. 2, 2021) Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) transits into Palau. SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Kelsey Culbertson VIRIN: 210907-N-N0831-0002 USS Jackson (LCS 6) pulls into Palau Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) transits into Palau. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS DESRON 7 LATEST NEWS
210830-N-QR052-1047 Chief Boatswain’s Mate 1st Brendon Braveboy, from Laurel, Md., operates anchoring equipment during an anchor drop test in the anchor windlass aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Kelsey Culbertson VIRIN: 210831-N-N0831-0005 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors conduct anchor drop test Chief Boatswain’s Mate 1st Brendon Braveboy, from Laurel, Md., operates anchoring equipment during an anchor drop test in the anchor windlass aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). LCS 6 LATEST NEWS
USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors put on fire fighting gear APRA HARBOR, Guam (Aug. 28, 2021) Gunners Mate 1st Class Nicholas Rios, from Phelan, Calif., tests for seal on his breathing apparatus in the mission bay aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kelsey S. Culbertson VIRIN: 210828-N-QR052-1018 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailors put on fire fighting gear APRA HARBOR, Guam (Aug. 28, 2021) Gunners Mate 1st Class Nicholas Rios, from Phelan, Calif., tests for seal on his breathing apparatus in the mission bay aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). LCS 6 LATEST NEWS
USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor stands watch on bridge PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 24, 2021) Lt. Julianne Dahlman, from Charleston, S.C., stands watch on the bridge as the junior officer of the deck on the bridge during Sea and Anchor aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kelsey S. Culbertson VIRIN: 210825-N-QR052-1008 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Sailor stands watch on bridge PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 24, 2021) Lt. Julianne Dahlman, from Charleston, S.C., stands watch on the bridge as the junior officer of the deck on the bridge during Sea and Anchor aboard Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6). LCS 6 LATEST NEWS
Navy, Coast Guard Begin Oceania Maritime Security Initiative Patrol 210731-N-QR052-1083 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 31, 2021) Members of U.S. Coast Guard Law Enforcement Detachment (LEDET) 107 and Sailors assigned to the Independencevariant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), ride in a 7-meter rigid-hull inflatable boat during an Oceania Maritime Security Initiative (OMSI) drill. Jackson is deployed in support of the OMSI program, a Secretary of Defense program leveraging Department of Defense assets transiting the region to increase the Coast Guard’s maritime domain awareness, ultimately supporting its maritime law enforcement operations in Oceania. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kelsey S. Culbertson) SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: CNSP VIRIN: 210806-N-N0831-0003 Navy, Coast Guard Begin Oceania Maritime Security Initiative Patrol The U.S Navy and Coast Guard began their joint mission in the Western and Central Pacific under the Oceania Maritime Security Initiative (OMSI) to reduce and eliminate illegal, unregulated, unreported fishing, combat transnational crimes, and enhance regional security, July 28. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS
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n/a n/a SHARE IMAGE: Download Image Image Details Photo By: MCC Sam Shavers VIRIN: 210106-N-N0831-0006 USS Jackson (LCS 6) Commissioned GULFPORT, Miss. (NNS) -- The crew of USS Jackson (LCS 6) ushered in a new era in naval warfare, Dec. LCS 6 LATEST NEWS