We’re seeing double! ⚓️USS Ronald Reagan and
@USSAbrahamLincoln
sailed in formation during dual-carrier operations in support of a
#FreeAndOpenIndoPacific
. Photos by MCSN Dallas Snider & MC3 Gray Gibson
What looks like the Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group sailing into the sunset is actually our transit of the Strait of Malacca, one of the world's busiest trade routes, in support of a
#FreeAndOpenIndoPacific
!
#WeAreReagan
USS Ronald Reagan and JS Teruzuki with the
@jmsdf_pao_eng
conducted joint helicopter operations, strengthening U.S.-Japan capabilities in support of a
#FreeAndOpenIndoPacific
.
#PartnershipsMatter
Photos by MC2 Askia Collins and MC3 Oswald Felix Jr.
Ready to launch birds all day ✈️
#FlyNavy
USS Ronald Reagan conducts daily flight in order to maintain a
#FreeAndOpenIndoPacific
.
📸: MC2 Keyly Santizo and MC2 Caleb Dyal
#FlyNavy
✈️USS Ronald Reagan and her embarked airwing conduct flight operations in support of a
#FreeAndOpenIndoPacific
, proving the Centennial of Naval Aviation. Photos by MC3 Oswald Felix.
We couldn’t think of a better way to finish up a naval career than a beautiful ceremony on the flight deck of the Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier! Congratulations on a successful career, Master Chief!
#WeAreReagan
#NavyChiefNavyPride
#FDNFJapan
Over the weekend, Ronald Reagan steamed by Iwo To. Formerly referred to as Iwo Jima, Japan returned to calling it by its pre-war name in 2007.
#DYK
#WeAreReagan
Photos by MC2 Jason Tarleton and MCSN Oswald Felix, Jr.
The Yokosuka-based USS Ronald Reagan has received the
@USNavy
's Good Neighbor award in recognition of the thousands of hours the ship's Sailors have volunteered to improve the quality of life within its community. 🇺🇸🤝🇯🇵
Making waves 🌊 USS Ronald Reagan sails past the historical island of Iwo To during routine operations in support of a
#FreeAndOpenIndoPacific
. Photos by MC1 Ian Cotter and MC3 Gray Gibson.
#NavalHeritage
Then and Now.
Join us in celebrating the 19th anniversary of USS Ronald Reagan’s commissioning as we operate forward, supporting our allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region.
#WeAreReagan
#HappyBirthday
#commissioningday
We love air power and strengthening partnerships, so we did both! Aircraft from Carrier Air Wing 5 and the Indian Air Force
@IAF_MCC
fly over USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) in the Indian Ocean.
#WeAreReagan
#flynavy
View the full gallery at:
A fine day to sail together and
#StrengthenPartnerships
in the Gulf of Aden! USS Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group teamed up with ships from Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group and the UK Carrier Strike Group to conduct interoperability exercises.
#WeAreReagan
@HMSQNLZ
Green means "GO" and our ABEs do exactly that! ABEs play a critical role in the safe and efficient launching and recovery of aircraft through their expertise with the catapults and arresting gear!
#WeAreReagan
#FlyNavy
Ronald Reagan and USS Antietam (CG 54), USS Robert Smalls (CG 62), and USS Shiloh (CG 67) steam in formation in the Philippine Sea.
#FreeAndOpenIndoPacific
#SeaPower
#StrategicDeterrence
📸: MC1 Markus Castaneda and MC3 Heather McGee
USS Ronald Reagan sailed in formation along with ships from U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Royal Australian Navy, Royal Canadian Navy and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) during Talisman Sabre 2019.
#TS19
USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) and Carrier Strike Group 5 conducted joint maritime training with the Indian navy and air force, helping promote a Free and Open Indo-Pacific.
#ReaganReady
#WeAreReagan
#FlyNavy
Back at it again!
#NavalAviation
#WeAreReagan
Flight operations on the flight deck of the Navy’s forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76).
Heads up, props on the move! 👈
ABH1 McKinley Martin directs an E-2D Hawkeye after it lands on the flight deck in the Arabian Sea.
#WeAreReagan
#FlyNavy
USS Ronald Reagan sailed in formation along with ships from U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Royal Australian Navy, Royal Canadian Navy and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) during Talisman Sabre 2019.
#TS19
A Taste of Home! Chicken and waffles are served aboard Warship 76 on the mess decks during Sunday brunch as part of maintaining a
#ReaganReady
crew. Photo by MCSN Natasha ChevalierLosada
Warship76 and her proficient flooring team help keep us
#ReaganReady
through replacing tile floor with polyester resin compound, improving the material condition of the ship. Video by MCSN Timothy Dimal.
#NavyReadiness
Check out these photos of our
#NavalAviation
team conducting underway operations in the Philippine Sea
#WeAreReagan
#Lethality
Photos by MC3 Erica Bechard and MC3 Jason Tarleton
Staying ready🏃♂️Sailors with the Carrier Task Force 70 EOD unit aboard USS Ronald Reagan conducted fast-rope training on the flight deck to stay
#ReaganReady
and maintain effectiveness and mission.
#FDNFJapan
In the words of President Ronald Reagan, “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction.” From us to you, Happy 4th of July!
#WeAreReagan
Our yellow shirts direct movement, signal to launch and stay ready to respond to a casualty. They’re at the top of their game!
#ReaganReady
#WeAreReagan
#FlyNavy
We haven’t missed a beat since entering the 5th Fleet, and we’re glad to do our part to support our country, our partners and allies.
#ReaganReady
#WeAreReagan
#FlyNavy
Ready to launch! Jet blast deflectors (JBDs) protect personnel and equipment from the jet exhaust prior to launching. Our ABEs make sure the JBDs are functioning properly before flight ops.
#WeAreReagan
#FlyNavy
Continuing to lead at the
#TipOfTheSpear
🤩 Read more about how Reagan’s supply team was awarded with the Captain Edaward F. Ney Memorial Food Service Award for best aircraft galley here:
Story by MC3 Natasha ChevalierLosada
#Warship76
remembers those who were lost in the attacks on 9/11 and the families who were left behind. The tragic events of that day showed us how to join together, uniting as a country to grieve, heal, and rebuild. We will
#NeverForget
.
Our
#Japan
partners aboard JS Kashima (TV 3508) and JS Setoyuki (TV 3518) joined the Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group in the Indian Ocean this week!
#WeAreReagan
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit 5 descends onto the flight deck of the Navy’s forward deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), from an MH-60S Seahawk assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 12 during helicopter visit, board, search and seizure training.
Reporting to USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76)? An aircraft carrier is a floating city and it can feel like walking around Times Square or Downtown Tokyo! Check out the latest video on how to navigate your way through your upcoming assignment here:
Your package has arrived! 📦
USS Ronald Reagan recently conducted a replenishment-at-sea with USNS Carl Brashear, working into the night to ensure Reagan received all necessary supplies to remain mission ready.
📸: MC3 Natasha ChevalierLosada and MC3 Jordan Brown