Underway Replenishment Collection

Royal Navy Replenishment at Sea
Three Royal Navy ships take part in a Replenishment at Sea or RAS. From left RFA Fort Austin, RFA Fort Victoria and HMS Illustrious are pictured transferring stores and fuel

USNS Alan Shepard and USNS Joshua Humphreys are underway in the Gulf of Aden
Gulf of Aden, April 27, 2011 - The Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3), left

Aerial view of aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan and USNS Bridge during a replenishment
Pacific Ocean, August 15, 2008 - The aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76) and the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10)

An MH-60R Sea Hawk transfers supplies to the flight deck of USS Wayne E. Meyer
South China Sea, October 25, 2011 - An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter transfers supplies to the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Wayne E

Ships of the Pacific Fleet sail in formation during Exercise Koa Kai of the coast
November 17, 2010 - The guided missile destroyers USS Chung-Hoon (DDG-93), foreground, and USS Russell, center, and the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Guadalupe (T-AO 200)

Dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Wally Schirra transits alongside aircraft carrier
Pacific Ocean, September 14, 2010 - The Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Wally Schirra (T-AKE 8)

A replenishment at sea between USS Abraham Lincoln, USNS Guadalupe and USS Cape St
Pacific Ocean, September 26, 2011 - The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72), left, the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Guadalupe (T-AO 200)

USS Peleliu and USS Spruance conduct a replenishment at sea with USNS Rainier
June 24, 2014 - The amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5), top, and the guided missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111), bottom

Dry cargo / ammunition ship USNS Richard E. Byrd during a replenishment at sea
Arabian Sea, October 18, 2011 - Dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Richard E. Byrd (T-AKE 4) transits alongside guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) during a replenishment-at-sea

An HH-60H Sea Hawk helicopter perpares to land aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill while performing tactical maneuvering exercises with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson

U. S. Navy ships in the Arabian Sea during a replenishment at sea exercise
October 4, 2012 - An SH-60J Seahawk of HS-5 Nightdippers, rests on the flight deck of USS Dwight D. Eisenhower while USS Vicksburg (CG-69) and USNS Supply (T-AOE 6)

Dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Sacagawea
Atlantic Ocean, March 22, 2012 - The Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Sacagawea (T-AKE 2) transits alongside the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D

A U. S. Navy MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter conducts vertical replenishment drills
December 17, 2006 - A U.S. Navy MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter conducts vertical replenishment drills between USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71), right

Two SA-330 Puma helicopters deliver pallets
Pacific Ocean, April 9, 2011 - Two SA-330 Puma helicopter deliver pallets from the Military Sealift Command Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Richard E

An AS-332 Super Puma helicopter delivering supplies
Pacific Ocean, April 5, 2008 - An AS-332 Super Puma helicopter flies past the Ticonderoga Class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53)

Ships of the George Washington Carrier Strike Group transit the Pacific Ocean
December 5, 2010 - The Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199), center, refuels the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyers JDS Kongo (DDG-173), left

An underway replenishment with ships of the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group
Pacific Ocean, August 30, 2011 - The Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Rainier (T-AOE 7), middle, conducts an underway replenishment with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS

An SA-330J Puma helicopter picking up pallets of supplies from USNS Alan Shepard
Gulf of Aden, June 6, 2011 - Civilian mariner gets clear of the landing area aboard the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3)

A Sailor hooks cargo to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter
Arabian Sea, November 3, 2011 - A Sailor from the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Rainier (T-AOE 7)

SH-60 helicopters transfer ammunition between USS Harry S. Truman and USNS Mount Baker
SH-60 helicopters fly between USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75) and USNS Mount Baker (T-AE 34) to deliver ammunition. Truman is currently undergoing its Tailored Ships Training Availability (TSTA)

The Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Guadalupe transits the
Pacific Ocean, July 8, 2010 - The Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Guadalupe (T-AO 200) transits alongside the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76)

Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Washington Chambers
San Diego, January 26, 2011 - The newest Military Sealift Command (MSC) dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Washington Chambers (T-AKE 11)

An SA-330 Puma transport helicopter moves cargo during a vertical replenishment
Pacific Ocean, September 15, 2013 - An SA-330 Puma transport helicopter moves cargo to the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD-4) during a vertical replenishment

An MH-60S Seahawk helicopter conducts a vertical replenishment
Atlantic Ocean, December 15, 2006 - An MH-60S Seahawk helicopter conducts a vertical replenishment from the Military Sealift Command dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Lewis & Clark (T-AKE)

USNS Saturn conducts a vertical replenishment at sea with USS Harry S
Persian Gulf, January 15, 2005 - Military Sealift Command combat stores ship USNS Saturn (T-AFS 10) conducts a vertical replenishment at sea with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S

Underway replenishment at sea with U. S. Navy ships in the Arabian Gulf
Arabian Gulf, March 6, 2012 - The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) and the Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52)

German Sachsen-class frigate Hessen conducts an underway replenishment
November 5, 2009 - German Sachsen-class frigate Hessen (F221) pulls alongside nuclear aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) for refueling at sea in the Atlantic Ocean

USNS Supply conducts a replenishment at sea with USS Porter
Mediterranean Sea, April 2, 2012 - The Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) conducts a replenishment at sea with the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer

USS Denver and USNS Pecos conduct a replenishment at sea
East China Sea, September 8, 2009 - The amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD-9), left, and the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Pecos (T-AO 197)

Ordnancemen connect transport cables to a SH-60B helicopter
December 6, 2006 - An air crewman watches as two aviation ordnancemen connect transport cables to a SH-60B helicopter on the flight deck of USS Kitty Hawk (CV-63) during a vertical replenishment

Sailors hook up a pole pendant to a SA-330J Puma helicopter
Gulf of Thailand, February 15, 2011 - Sailors aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) hook up a pole pendant to a SA-330J Puma helicopter during an underway replenishment

The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group ships cruise in formation in the Pacific Ocean
Pacific Ocean, September 19, 2010 - The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group ships cruise in formation during an underway replenishment with the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS

Sailors attach pallets of supplies to an MH-60S Knighthawk
April 14, 2007 - U.S. Navy Sailors aboard USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) attach pallets of supplies to an MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter during a vertical replenishment with USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74)

Personnel connect a cargo pendant to an SA-330 Puma helicopter
Pacific Ocean, April 9, 2011 - Chief Logistics Specialist attempts to connect a cargo pendant to an SA-330 Puma helicopter as it hovers over the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan

USS Cowpens makes a high speed turn after an underway replenishment
South China Sea, July 5, 2012 - The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63) makes a high speed turn and breaks away from the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler

Crewman guides the pilots of an HH-60H Sea Hawk during a replenishment at sea
Arabian Gulf, March 6, 2012 - Naval Air Crewman guides the pilots of an HH-60H Sea Hawk helicopter as they retrieve cargo from the deck of the fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10)

U. S. Navy ships conduct a replenishment at sea in the Pacific Ocean
September 26, 2011 - From top, the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72), the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Guadalupe (T-AO 200) and the guided missile cruiser USS Cape St

USS Gettysburg conducting an underway replenishment with the oiler USNS Walter S. Diehl
Gulf of Aden, May 18, 2009 - The guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg (CG-64) conducts an underway replenishment with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Walter S

USS Truxtun participates in an underway replenishment with USNS Patuxent
Atlantic Ocean, December 1, 2013 - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103) participates in an underway replenishment with the Military Sealift Command fleet

An MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter transports a pallet of supplies to USS Essex
Andaman Sea, June 1, 2008 - An MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter transports a pallet of supplies to USS Essex (LHD-2) while USS Mustin (DDG-89)

USS Vicksburg and USS Supply during a replenishment at sea
October 4, 2012 - USS Vicksburg (CG-69) and USNS Supply (T-AOE 6) during a replenishment at sea operations in the Arabian Sea during Operation Enduring Freedom

USS Kearsarge pulls alongside USNS Lewis and Clark for a replenishment at sea
Red Sea, February 16, 2011 - The amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD-3), bottom, pulls alongside the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Lewis and Clark (T-AKE 1)

An MH-60S Seahawk helps conduct a vertical replenishment
Atlantic Ocean, March 16, 2006 - An MH-60S Seahawk helps conduct a vertical replenishment, while the guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG-55)

CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters practice vertical replenishments aboard USS Bataan
October 30, 2006 - CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters practice vertical replenishments while aboard USS Bataan (LHD-5)

An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter transports cargo at sea
Pacific Ocean, April 18, 2009 - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter picks up cargo during a replenishment at sea between the Military Sealift Command combat stores ship USNS San Jose (T-AFS 7)

Helicopter lands aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut
Arabian Sea, February 19, 2010 - A helicopter assigned to the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Robert E

Military ships conduct an underway replenishment in the Pacific Ocean
February 17, 2011 - USS Mustin (DDG-89), left, USNS Tippecanoe (T-AO 199), and 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC-19) conduct an underway replenishment while underway in the Pacific Ocean

Two MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopters transfer cargo during a vertical replenishment
Indian Ocean, October 21, 2009 - Two MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopters assigned to the Wildcards of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 23 transfer cargo during a vertical replenishment with the Military

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"Underway Replenishment: Sustaining Naval Operations at Sea" In the vast expanse of the Gulf of Aden, the Royal Navy and U. S. Navy ships engage in a crucial operation known as underway replenishment. This intricate ballet of logistics ensures that vessels remain fully equipped and ready for any mission that lies ahead. From an aerial perspective, one can witness the awe-inspiring sight of the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan and USNS Bridge engaging in this vital process. As supplies are transferred between these mighty vessels, their seamless coordination exemplifies the precision required to maintain naval superiority. Amidst these maneuvers, Ensign Van Ngo utilizes a sextant to determine approach angles, highlighting the importance of navigational expertise in executing successful replenishments. Meanwhile, Fire Controlman (Aegis) 2nd Class Adam Younker guides Gunner's Mate teams with expert instructions, ensuring safe handling of munitions during this delicate operation. The dedication and skill exhibited by Gas Turbine Systems Technician 3rd Class Udi Sylvain further underscore the professionalism within naval ranks. With unwavering focus on maintaining machinery integrity, Sylvain symbolizes the countless unsung heroes who work tirelessly behind-the-scenes to sustain maritime power. Beyond just national boundaries, international cooperation is also evident during underway replenishments. The collaboration between USS Gunston Hall and a German auxiliary ship showcases how nations come together to support each other's missions across oceans. As we shift our gaze towards another theater of operations -the Arabian Gulf- it becomes apparent that underway replenishment is not limited by geographical constraints. Here, MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopters seamlessly transfer essential supplies onto USS Wayne E. Meyer's flight deck with remarkable efficiency. Finally, amidst Exercise Koa Kai off the coast lies yet another testament to naval prowess as ships from Pacific Fleet sail in formation while simultaneously conducting underway replenishments. This display serves as a reminder that even amidst complex exercises, the ability to sustain operations remains paramount.