Spanish Navy amphibious assault vehicles (AAV) prepare to exit the well deck of the Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43) as part of Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2019, June 15.

BALTIC SEA (Jun. 15, 2019) Spanish Navy amphibious assault vehicles (AAV) prepare to exit the well deck of the Whidbey Island-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43) as part of Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2019, June 15. BALTOPS is the premier annual maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, designed to enhance flexibility and interoperability among the 18 participating allied and partner nations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Chris Roys/Released) File# 190615-N-AT530-1787