Published on 03/03/2021 – Last Updated on 03/03/2021 by OTC
The Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group (TRCSG) conducted a bilateral maritime exercise with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) February 28.
USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) and USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) conducted maneuvering drills and a photo exercise with JS Yugiri (DD 153), JS Hatakaze (TV 3520), and JS Setoyuki (TV 3518). The exercise was the second time the strike group has worked with the JMSDF during its deployment.
โCarrier Strike Group Nine welcomes another opportunity to develop our proficiency and interoperability with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force,โ said Rear Adm. Doug Verissimo, commander, Carrier Strike Group Nine. โOur commitments with our allies and partners are our unique strength in maintaining critical maritime security and stability. Our continued cooperation is a testament to the special relationship between our two great nations and to the strength of the rules-based order.โ
The U.S. and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force routinely operate together, strengthening bilateral relations and demonstrating an enduring mutual commitment. This exercise focused on increasing interoperability and ship handling proficiency.
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โWe are conducting a training cruise to equip midshipmen with the necessary knowledge and skills as officers,โ said Capt. II Masaaki, commander, Training Division 1. โWe recognize that the strong relationship between the JMSDF and the U.S. Navy is the core to maintain regional peace and stability. I am convinced that showing midshipmen this bilateral exercise will contribute to further deepening the bonds between the JMSDF and the U.S. Navy.โ
The TRCSG is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to build partnerships that foster maritime security and to conduct a wide range of operations that support humanitarian efforts and freedom of the seas.
USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) Carrier Strike Group
The TRCSG consists of USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 11, the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52), Destroyer Squadron 23, and the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Russell (DDG 59) and USS John Finn (DDG 113).
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Theodore Rooseveltโs embarked air wing consists of the โTomcattersโ of Strike Fighter Squadrons (VFA) 31, โGolden Warriorsโ of VFA-87, โBlue Diamondsโ of VFA-146, โBlack Knightsโ of VFA-154, โLiberty Bellsโ of Airborne Command and Control Squadron (VAW) 115, โThe Gray Wolvesโ of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 142, โWolf Packโ of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 75, โEightballersโ of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 and โProvidersโ of Fleet Logistic Support Squadron (VRC) 30 Detachment 3.
Theodore Roosevelt departed San Diego for a scheduled deployment to the Indo-Pacific December 23.
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