Today's US Navy Photos & Videos

RAMSUND, Norway (Feb. 10, 2017) Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician 2nd Class Tyler McKay, assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 8, utilizes an underwater imaging system hand-held sonar to navigate and acquire mines. EODMU-8 is participating in Exercise Arctic Specialist 2017, a multi-national EOD exercise conducted in the austere environments of northern Norway. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician Brian Stanley/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 9, 2017) Two E-2C Hawkeye early warning and control aircraft assigned to the "Black Eagles" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 113 fly over the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) during a change of command ceremony. The ship's carrier strike group is on a western Pacific deployment as part of the U.S. Pacific Fleet-led initiative to extend the command and control functions of U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Zackary Alan Landers/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2017) An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46 sits on the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS James E. Williams (DDG 95). The ship is underway preparing for a scheduled deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sonja Wickard/Released)

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PUGET SOUND, Wash. (Feb. 13, 2017) The Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Henry M. Jackson (SSBN 730) transits the Hood Canal as it returns to its homeport following a strategic deterrent patrol. Henry M. Jackson is one of eight ballistic missile submarines stationed onboard Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor providing the most survivable leg of the strategic deterrence triad for the United States. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Michael Smith/Released)

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GULF OF ADEN (Feb. 9, 2017) Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Frank Peters unloads a found from a Mark 45 5-inch lightweight gun aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67) during a gun firing control system maintenance check. Cole is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations designed to reassure allies and partners and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brianna K. Green/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 14, 2017) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuels) 3rd Class Darryl Bickley takes samples from a JP-5 purifier as part of a Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV) inspection aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). The ship is undergoing INSURV in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Colby S. Comery/Released)

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PACFIC OCEAN (Feb. 14, 2017) Aviation Ordnancemen assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) wait to transport ordnance from the flight deck to weapons magazines during an ammunition on load. During the four-day evolution, America will receive more than 1,200 pallets containing approximately 400 different types of ammunition. (U.S. Navy photo taken by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Chad Swysgood/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 14, 2017) A B-1B Lancer from Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, and an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the "Golden Dragons" of Strike Squadron (VFA) 192 fly over the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). The B-1B is deployed in support of U.S. Pacific Command's Continuous Bomber Presence (CBP) mission. In place since 2004, the CBP missions are conducted by U.S. Air Force bombers such as the B-1B, B-52 Stratofortress and B-2 Spirit in order to provide non-stop stability and security in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group is on a western Pacific deployment as part of the U.S. Pacific Fleet-led initiative to extend the command and control functions of U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Robert Nordlund/Released)

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CHINHAE, South Korea (Jan. 28, 2017) Seabees from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 5 and Marines from the 9th Engineer Support Battalion work with Republic of Korea marines to erect an Improved Ribbon Bridge in open waters. NMCB-5 is forward deployed to the western Pacific to support Major Combat Operations, Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief operations, and to provide general engineering and civil support to Navy, Marine Corps, and joint operational forces. (U.S. Navy photo by Builder 3rd Class Miranda Roudabush/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 14, 2017) Aviation Boatswain's Mates 2nd Class Brandon Latimer, left, and Andrew Roseberry, both assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), prepare the flight deck as an MH-60 Sea Hawk assigned to the "Wildcards" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 delivers ordinance to the flight deck during an ammunition on-load. (U.S. Navy photo taken by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Chad Swysgood/Released)

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GUAM (Feb. 11, 2017) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Seaman Stephen Mugo and Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Jeremy Boling perform evening colors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). The ship's carrier strike group is on a western Pacific deployment as part of the U.S. Pacific Fleet-led initiative to extend the command and control functions of U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sean M. Castellano/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Feb. 13, 2017) Sailors move ordnance aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). The ship's carrier strike group is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet areas of operation in support of U.S. national security interests. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Kyle A. Moore /Released)

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PUGET SOUND, Wash. (Feb. 13, 2017) The Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Henry M. Jackson (SSBN 730) transits the Hood Canal as it returns to its homeport following a strategic deterrent patrol. Henry M. Jackson is one of eight ballistic-missile submarines stationed at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor providing the most survivable leg of the strategic deterrence triad for the United States. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Michael Smith/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 13, 2017) Boatswain's Mate Seamen Daniel Lynch and Daniel Noguera, both assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), release the anchor brake during sea and anchor detail. America is underway conducting routine operations in preparation for deployment later this year. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Arnesia McIntyre/Released)

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RAMSUND, Norway (Feb. 10, 2017) Senior Chief Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician Brian Stanley, assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 8, prepares to dive during Exercise Arctic Specialist 2017. EODMU-8 is participating in Exercise Arctic Specialist 2017, a multi-national EOD exercise conducted in the austere environments of northern Norway. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Seth Wartak/Released)

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ATSUGI, Japan (Feb. 16, 2017) Aviation Structural Mechanic 1st Class Chris Boucher, assigned to Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 115, re-designates an E-2C Hawkeye early warning and control aircraft during a change of command ceremony for VAW-115. Cmdr. Matthew T. Ventimiglia relieved Cmdr. David B. Waidelich as commanding officer of VAW-115. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Matthew C. Duncker/Released)

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PHILLIPINE SEA (Feb. 15, 2017) Cmdr. Derek Duford, commanding officer of the "Blue Blasters" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 34, dons survival equipment aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). The ship and its carrier strike group is on a western Pacific deployment as part of the U.S. Pacific Fleet-led initiative to extend the command and control functions of U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Matt Brown/Released)

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RAMSUND, Norway (Feb. 14, 2017) Senior Chief Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician Gilberto Delgadillo, left, assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 8, mentors Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 2nd Class David Hubbard on how to conduct dismounted counter-improvised explosive device operations. EODMU-8 is participating in Exercise Arctic Specialist 2017, a multi-national EOD exercise conducted in the austere environments of northern Norway. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Seth Wartak/Released)

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RAMSUND, Norway (Feb. 14, 2017) Senior Chief Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician Gilberto Delgadillo, center, assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 8, conducts long-range reconnaissance during a dismounted counter-improvised explosive device operation. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. j.g. Seth Wartak/Released)

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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Feb. 14, 2017) An F/A-18F Super Hornet attached to the "Black Lions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213 launches from the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). The ship is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Gaines/Released)

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GULF OF THAILAND (Feb. 16, 2017) An amphibious assault vehicle, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), prepares to enter the well deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20) during Exercise Cobra Gold 2017. The exercise is the largest theater security cooperation exercise in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region and is an integral part of the U.S. commitment to strengthen engagement in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Chris Williamson/Released)

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BEALETON, Va. (Feb. 15, 2017) A UH-1 Huey equipped with an Office of Naval Research-funded Autonomous Aerial Cargo/Utility System (AACUS) sensor suite conducts integrated flight testing at the Flying Circus Aerodrome located in Bealeton, Va. The AACUS program is developing an innovative capability that when installed in existing rotary-wing aircraft enables autonomous flight, obstacle avoidance, approaches, landings and takeoffs to and from unprepared landing sites. (U.S. Navy photo by John F. Williams/Released)

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BEALETON, Va. (Feb. 15, 2017) A UH-1 Huey equipped with an Office of Naval Research-funded Autonomous Aerial Cargo/Utility System (AACUS) sensor suite avoids obstacles while coming in for a landing during integrated flight testing at the Flying Circus Aerodrome located in Bealeton, Va. (U.S. Navy photo by John F. Williams/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 16, 2017) An MV-22B Osprey attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 162 (VMM-162) takes off from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). The ship is underway conducting a series of qualifications and certifications as part of the basic phase of training in preparation for future operations and deployments. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Kevin Leitner/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 9, 2017) Sailors attach a span wire to the port pad-eye of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Champlain (CG 57) during a replenishment-at-sea. The ship is on a western Pacific deployment with the Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group as part of the U.S. Pacific Fleet-led initiative to extend the command and control functions of the U.S. 3rd Fleet in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan K. Serpico/Released)

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Black Eagle E-2C Hawkeye of VAW-113 whipping off CARL VINSON in the Pacific Feb 9

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FORBIN said:

Navy is one of the best for that !


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Jeff Head said:

I believe that the CAG's bird gets a distinctive paint job. Perhaps each of the squadron commanders gets one too?

Here are some examples. It used to be a tail paint job, but it has expanded.

You can guess which one is the CAG Bird, and also at Fallon they show them off:

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