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Two US aircraft carrier groups join Japanese navy in military exercise
The exercise came as Japan continues to beef up its military to counter increased Chinese assertion in the region.
By Zamone Perez
Seven sailors injured in ‘landing mishap’ aboard carrier Carl Vinson
Three sailors on the deck required medical evacuation to a Manila, Philippines, hospital, where they were assessed as in stable condition. The other four were treated by medical personnel onboard the ship.
Vinson strike group, Essex ARG conduct operations in South China Sea
The exercise marked the first time an amphibious ready group has operated with an “advanced Air Wing of the Future,” according to the Navy.
By Diana Stancy
Carrier Vinson suffered four ‘Class A’ mishaps in late 2021
No sailors were injured in any of the accidents, officials said.
Frontline Photos: Jan. 9, 2022
A winter watch, the Stars and Stripes flying high, peeping through a life preserver and more in this week’s Frontline Photos.
New in 2022: USS Carl Vinson expected to wrap up first deployment with F-35C fighter jets
The Vinson and its carrier strike group departed San Diego in August 2021.
By Diana Stancy
Frontline Photos: Dec. 26, 2021
Flying high, jumping over obstacles, Santa showing the way, and more in this week’s Frontline Photos.
USS Carl Vinson’s aircraft sustained two ‘Class A’ mishaps last week
Officials say both affected aircraft are expected to return to operations.
Frontline Photos: Nov. 21, 2021
Green Berets prepare for a nighttime freefall, the Thunderbirds practice before their final show of the season, sailors fire machine guns, and more in this week's Frontline Photos.
Frontline Photos: Oct. 31, 2021
An F-16 over Saudi Arabia, machineguns aboard the Makin Island in U.S. 3rd Fleet, Rolling Thunder at Bragg and more in this week's Frontline Photos.
USS Carl Vinson operates in South China Sea with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force
The units are conducting flight operations, coordinated tactical training between surface and air units, refueling-at-sea evolutions, and maritime strike exercises
By Diana Stancy