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Welcome to the finest aircraft carrier in the Fleet! USS Harry S. Truman  (CVN 75) provides a wide range of flexible mission capabilities to include maritime security operations, expeditionary power projection, forward naval presence, crisis response, sea control, deterrence, counter-terrorism, information operations and security cooperation. The ship’s embarked air wing is capable of projecting tactical air power over the sea and inland, as well as providing sea based air, surface and subsurface defense capabilities.

"America was not built on fear. America was built on courage, on imagination and an unbeatable determination to do the job at hand." – President Harry S. Truman

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211214-N-DH793-1292 STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR (Dec. 14, 2021) Two MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopters, attached to the "Proud Warriors" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 72 and an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to the "Dragon Slayers" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 11, center, fly alongside the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Dec. 14, 2021. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security, and defend U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Bela Chambers)
211214-N-DH793-1012 STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR (Dec. 14, 2021) Naval Air Crewman (Helicopter) 1st Class Corey Furtado, from Plymouth, Massachusetts, assigned to the "Dragon Slayers" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 11, transits the Strait of Gibraltar in an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, Dec. 14, 2021. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security, and defend U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Bela Chambers)
211214-N-DH793-1265 STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR (Dec. 14, 2021) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), transits the Strait of Gibraltar, Dec. 14, 2021. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security, and defend U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Bela Chambers)
211215-N-Z0368-1003 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Dec. 15, 2021) A C-2A Greyhound, attached to the “Rawhides” of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 40, prepares to land on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Dec. 15, 2021. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security, and defend U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Travis S. Alston)
211213-N-YP095-1245 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 13, 2021) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) transits the Atlantic Ocean, Dec. 13, 2021. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security, and defend U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Abbigail Beardsley
211211-N-PG226-1019 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 10, 2021) Aviation Machinist’s Mate 3rd Class Daniel Olgado, from Clifton, New Jersey, assigned to the "Dragon Slayers" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 11, reinstalls dust covers on an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Dec. 11, 2021. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security, and defend U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication 3rd Class Tate Cardinal)
211208-N-DN159-1007 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 8, 2021) Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Kade Mckinney, from Wayland, Iowa, assigned to the "Seahawks" of Airborne Command and Control Squadron (VAW) 126, tightens rudder bolts of an E-2D Hawkeye in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Truman is operating as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group in the Atlantic Ocean in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests.. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Crayton Agnew)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 3, 2021) Capt. Gavin Duff, commanding officer of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), prepares to enter the cockpit of an F/A-18F Super Hornet, attached to the “Red Rippers” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11, on Truman’s flight deck. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication 3rd Class Bela Chambers)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 1, 2021) Sailors man the rails on the flight deck of the of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Truman departed Naval Station Norfolk as part of Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group’s (HSTCSG) deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. The USS San Jacinto (CG 56), USS Bainbridge (DDG 96), USS Gravely (DDG 107), USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), USS Cole (DDG 67), HNOMS Fridtjof Nansen (F310) and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 will support maritime security operations along with coalition maritime forces. (U.S. Navy photo by AN Marvin Gabriel)
Damage Controlman 1st Class Jordan Bailey, center, from Craig, Colorado, speaks with inspectors, assigned to the Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV), during an operational test of the aqueous film-forming foam sprinkler system in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75).
Capt. Gavin Duff, center, commanding officer of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), and Capt. Shane Marchesi, Truman's executive officer, speak with Sailors during an operational test of the aqueous film-forming foam sprinkler system in Truman's hangar bay.
Chief Warrant Officer 4 Michael Neck, center, an inspector assigned to the Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV), checks a CO2 cylinder on a life preserver on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Truman is currently underway conducting material inspections through INSURV to determine mission readiness in preparation for future operations.
Sailors signal a catapult launch during a no-load catapult test on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Truman is currently underway conducting material inspections through the Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV) in the Atlantic Ocean to determine mission readiness in preparation for future operations.
210920-N-BP862-1113 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sep. 20, 2021) Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Charles Connors, left, from Carmel, Indiana, Lt. Brandon Lavender, center, from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, an inspector assigned to the Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV), and Chief Hospital Corpsman Joe McBride, right, from Forrest Grove, Oregon, inspect a gun bag aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Truman is currently underway conducting material inspections through INSURV in the Atlantic Ocean to determine mission readiness in preparation for future operations. (U.S. navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Thomas Boatright)
210625-N-IG124-1023 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 25, 2021) Electricians Mate Fireman Gilberto Diaz, from Los Angeles, uses a coil-winding machine to rewind pole phase groups in the motor rewind shop aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during Group Sail. Group Sail provides an opportunity for the squadrons and ships of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 8 to hone their skills and focus on teamwork and communication as they enter the integrated phase of pre-deployment training. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Tyler Cardoza)
210625-N-MQ631-0069 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 25, 2021) A C-2A Greyhound, attached to the "Rawhides" of Fleet Logistic Support Squadron (VRC) 40, lands on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during Group Sail. Group Sail provides an opportunity for the squadrons and ships of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 8 to hone their skills and focus on teamwork and communication as they enter the integrated phase of pre-deployment training. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Maxwell Higgins)
210625-N-NV699-1001 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 25, 2021) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 1st Class Jeffrey Hayes, from Aurora, Colorado, checks a fastener on a tow arm beneath an MH-60R Seahawk helicopter, attached to the "Pround Warriors" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 72, on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during Group Sail. Group Sail provides an opportunity for the squadrons and ships of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 8 to hone their skills and focus on teamwork and communication as they enter the integrated phase of pre-deployment training.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Miles McDonough)
210625-N-XR893-0020 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 25, 2021) Engineman 3rd Class Benjamyn Corovado, left, and Machinist Mate 2nd Class Olivia Padloff, both from San Diego, wipe down an emergency diesel generator in an emergency diesel room aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during Group Sail. Group Sail provides an opportunity for the squadrons and ships of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 8 to hone their skills and focus on teamwork and communication as they enter the integrated phase of pre-deployment training. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Christopher Suarez)
210609-N-TB080-1001 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 9, 2021) A rolling airframe missile launches from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during Tailored Ship's Training Availability (TSTA) and Final Evaluation Problem (FEP). Harry S. Truman, with embarked Carrier Air Wing 1, is underway conducting TSTA and FEP to assess their ability to conduct combat missions, support functions and survive complex casualty control situations in preparation for full integration into a carrier strike group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Courtney Strahan)
210601-N-IG124-0099 NORFOLK, Va. (June 1, 2021) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman's (CVN 75) Sailor of the Year, Retail Services Specialist 1st Class Kimberly Fleming, from Harlem, New York, receives the 2020 Battenberg Cup from Adm. Christopher Grady, commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, on behalf of the crew of USS Harry S. Truman. The Battenberg Cup is awarded annually to the ship that best exemplifies operational excellence. Truman was recognized for operational excellence during its 2020 deployment to the U.S. 2nd, 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility, including more than 120 days of operations at sea, providing a ready defense asset to national leadership. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Tyler Bergstrom)
210526-N-ZE328-2466 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 26, 2021) Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Jerome Gaynor Jr., from Portsmouth, Virginia, directs a C-2A Greyhound, attached to the "Greyhawks" of Airborne Command and Control Squadron (VAW) 120, on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during carrier qualifications after completing an extended incremental availability. Carrier qualifications certify naval aviation squadrons to conduct carrier flight operations at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kelsey Trinh)
210526-N-ZE328-2119 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 26, 2021) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 3rd Class Quentyn Brown, from Springfield, Georgia, directs an E-2D Hawkeye, attached to the "Greyhawks" of Airborne Command and Control Squadron (VAW) 120, on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during carrier qualifications after completing an extended incremental availability. Carrier qualifications certify naval aviation squadrons to conduct carrier flight operations at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kelsey Trinh)
210524-N-BD352-0033 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 24, 2021) Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Recruit Mallory Henry, from Upper Lake, California, assigned to the "Dragon Slayers" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 11, checks a disconnect joint for corrosion during a daily turn-around check of an MH-60S Seahawk on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during sea trials after completing an extended incremental availability. Sea trials include a comprehensive test of the ship's systems and technologies in order to ensure the ship is ready to resume operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Isaac Esposito)
210517-N-IG124-1004 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 17, 2021) Aviation Aerographer's Mate 3rd Class Montgomery Burks, from Gladstone, Virginia, uses a kestrel to observe a waterspout on a weather deck aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during sea trials after completing an extended carrier incremental availability. Sea trials include a comprehensive test of the ship's systems and technologies in order to ensure the ship is ready to resume operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Tyler Cardoza)
210516-N-BD352-0302 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 16, 2021) An F/A-18F Super Hornet, attached to the "Red Rippers" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11, lands on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during carrier qualifications after completing an extended incremental availability. Carrier qualifications certify naval aviation squadrons to conduct carrier flight operations at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Isaac Esposito)
210516-N-BD352-0324 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 16, 2021) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to the "Blue Blasters" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 34, taxis on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during carrier qualifications after completing an extended incremental availability. Carrier qualifications certify naval aviation squadrons to conduct carrier flight operations at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Isaac Esposito)
210516-N-BD352-0120 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 16, 2021) An F/A-18F Super Hornet, attached to the "Fighting Checkmates" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211, taxis on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during carrier qualifications after completing an extended incremental availability. Carrier qualifications certify naval aviation squadrons to conduct carrier flight operations at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Isaac Esposito)
210516-N-BD352-0344 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 16, 2021) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to the "Blue Blasters" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 34, flies over the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) as seen through the flag and pennant lines during carrier qualifications after completing an extended incremental availability. Carrier qualifications certify naval aviation squadrons to conduct carrier flight operations at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Isaac Esposito)
210512-N-OH958-1101 PORTSMOUTH, Va. (May 12, 2021) The aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) departs from Norfolk Naval Shipyard after their planned maintenance period. USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) departs Norfolk Naval Shipyard after completing a 10-month regularly scheduled extended carrier incremental availability. During the availability the ship underwent maintenance, repair and inspection of various equipment to include engineering, combat systems, aircraft support, and nuclear propulsion. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan Pitt)
 
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