170814-N-MJ645-009 ARABIAN GULF (August 14, 2017) Aviation

170814-N-MJ645-009 ARABIAN GULF (August 14, 2017) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Neil Ferrer, from San Francisco, checks the self-contained breathing apparatus worn by Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Tim Gill, from San Antonio, for a flow of air in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. While in this region, the ship and strike group are conducting maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners, preserve freedom of navigation, and maintain the free flow of commerce. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Marcus L. Stanley/Released)