Crew members assigned to USS Underwood (FFG 36) assist the crew of the Colombian Navy submarine Pijao (SO 28) to pull in on board Naval Station Mayport, Fla. Pijao will participate in Exercise Smart Search, along with U.S. surface ships, aircraft and submarines off the coast of Florida. The exercise is designed to test the fleet's anti-submarine tactics and capabilities against Type 209 diesel submarines. Underwood is assigned to host Pijao and ensure that the Colombian Navy crew enjoys their stay in Mayport. U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Ligia Cohen
Monday, October 10, 2011
ARC Pijao (SO 28)
Crew members assigned to USS Underwood (FFG 36) assist the crew of the Colombian Navy submarine Pijao (SO 28) to pull in on board Naval Station Mayport, Fla. Pijao will participate in Exercise Smart Search, along with U.S. surface ships, aircraft and submarines off the coast of Florida. The exercise is designed to test the fleet's anti-submarine tactics and capabilities against Type 209 diesel submarines. Underwood is assigned to host Pijao and ensure that the Colombian Navy crew enjoys their stay in Mayport. U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Ligia Cohen
Qingdao (DDG 113)
The Chinese Navy destroyer Qingdao (DDG 113) transit through the Pearl Harbor channel while being escorted by a harbor patrol boat as it arrives for a routine port visit. Two ships representing China’s Navy, the destroyer Qingdao (DDG 113) and the oiler Hongzehu (AOR 881) arrived in Pearl Harbor. During their visit, China’s Sailors will have the opportunity to interact with their U.S. counterparts and experience the unique culture of Hawaii. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ben A. Gonzales)
NRP Corte Real (F 332)
The Portuguese frigate NRP Corte Real (F 332) transits the Mediterranean Sea during Phoenix Express (PE 08). PE-08 is the third annual exercise in a long-term effort to improve regional cooperation and maritime security. The principal aim is to increase interoperability by developing individual and collective maritime proficiencies of participating nations as well as promoting friendship, mutual understanding and cooperation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class James C. Davis)
NRP Corte Real (F 332)
The Portuguese ship NRP Corte Real (F 332) transit the Mediterranean Sea during Phoenix Express (PE 08). PE-08 is the third annual exercise in a long-term effort to improve regional cooperation and maritime security. The principal aim is to increase interoperability by developing individual and collective maritime proficiencies of participating nations as well as promoting friendship, mutual understanding and cooperation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class James C. Davis)
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