Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuel) 3rd Class Amanda Harvey, from Meadville, Penn., checks newly-received fuel for sediment and water during a replenishment-at-sea.

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Oct. 18, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuel) 3rd Class Amanda Harvey, from Meadville, Penn., checks newly-received fuel for sediment and water during a replenishment-at-sea aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5 provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region. The U.S. Navy is constantly deployed to preserve peace, protect commerce, and deter aggression through forward presence. Join the conversation on social media using #warfighting. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Michelle N. Rasmusson) File# 121018-N-XF988-129