200524-N-PI330-0062 GULF OF ADEN (May 24, 2020) Aviation

200524-N-PI330-0062 GULF OF ADEN (May 24, 2020) Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Mariella Gonzales performs maintenance on an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to the “Guardians” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 48, aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) May 24, 2020. Vella Gulf is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and Pacific through the Western Indian Ocean and the three strategic choke points. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andrew Waters/Released)