A rigid hull inflatable boat from the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) maneuvers during small boat operations off the coast of Virginia. GHWB is conducting sea trials to complete a planned incremental availability. After completion she will [Image 741 of 867]

USS GEORGE H.W. BUSH, N/A, UNITED STATES

07.27.2016

Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Ryan Seelbach  

U.S. Navy           

160727-N-XI307-158 NORFOLK (July 27, 2016) Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Joseph Etter shoots a messenger line to the pier from the fantail of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). GHWB returns to Naval Station Norfolk after completing sea trials in collaboration with NNSY to evaluate Sailors' performance in addition to testing equipment and systems. GHWB will now enter a training and qualification cycle in preparation for a 2017 deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan Seelbach/Released)

• Date Taken: 07.27.2016
• Date Posted: 08.04.2016 00:49
• Photo ID: 2768094
• VIRIN: 160727-N-XI307-158
• Resolution: 3968x2190
• Size: 1.27 MB
• Location: USS GEORGE H.W. BUSH, N/A, US