Brazilian dignitaries, military officials and distinguished
Brazilian dignitaries, military officials and distinguished guests join Sailors and Marines on board the future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) for a reception held in the ship’s hangar bay. America... More
Boatswain's Mate Seaman Steven AlvarezBrown mans the
Boatswain's Mate Seaman Steven AlvarezBrown mans the "phone talker station" during sea and anchor detail in the fo'c'sle of future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) as the ship prepares to depart Rio ... More
Sailors assigned to the "Blackjacks" of Helicopter
Sailors assigned to the "Blackjacks" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 21, embarked aboard future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), perform preventive maintenance on aircraft tie-down chains in... More
Aviation Maintenance Administrationman 2nd Class Jonathan
Aviation Maintenance Administrationman 2nd Class Jonathan Webb, left, takes the Navy-wide advancement examination for first class petty officer, on the mess deck of future amphibious assault ship USS America (L... More
Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel speaks with Sailors
Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel speaks with Sailors during an all-hands call on board amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America is the first ship of its class and is optimized for Marine Corps aviat... More
191206-N-BT681-1033 SASEBO, Japan (Dec. 6, 2019) Sailors
191206-N-BT681-1033 SASEBO, Japan (Dec. 6, 2019) Sailors assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) prepare to receive the ship in Sasebo, Japan. America is assigned to Amphibious Squadron Eleven a... More
Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Peter Wallace,
Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Peter Wallace, assigned to future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), answers questions from elementary school students during a community relations event held... More
200326-N-FA868-1017 PHILIPPINE SEA (March 26, 2020)
200326-N-FA868-1017 PHILIPPINE SEA (March 26, 2020) Aerographer’s Mate Airman Kyle Campbell, from Vancouver, Washington, assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), participates in a low-light smal... More
SASEBO, Japan (May 26, 2020) Amphibious assault ship
SASEBO, Japan (May 26, 2020) Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) receives cargo during a stores onload. America, flagship of America Expeditionary Strike Group, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area o... More
SASEBO, Japan (Dec. 11, 2020) Capt. Luke Frost addresses
SASEBO, Japan (Dec. 11, 2020) Capt. Luke Frost addresses the crew over the ship’s intercom during a change of command ceremony aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). Capt. Kenn... More
200204-N-FA868-1038 PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 4, 2020) Chief
200204-N-FA868-1038 PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 4, 2020) Chief Hospital Corpsman Jamohal Washington, from New York, assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), directs sailors aboard amphibious assault ship ... More
200326-N-FA868-1054 PHILIPPINE SEA (March 26, 2020)
200326-N-FA868-1054 PHILIPPINE SEA (March 26, 2020) Seaman Trinity Jones, from Temple Hills, Maryland, assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), clears an M9 pistol during a low-light small arms ... More
200328-N-FA868-1025 PHILIPPINE SEA (March 28, 2020)
200328-N-FA868-1025 PHILIPPINE SEA (March 28, 2020) An F-35B Lightning II assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 (Reinforced) takes off from the flight ... More
Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Ivan Pellecer, assigned to
Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Ivan Pellecer, assigned to future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), bounces a soccer ball off his head as he warms up with teammates before a friendly match against Brazilian... More
Sailors and Marines assigned to future amphibious assault
Sailors and Marines assigned to future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) observe the scenery as the ship transits through the Strait of Magellan. America is currently traveling through the U.S. Southe... More
Aviation Support Equipment Technician Seaman David
Aviation Support Equipment Technician Seaman David Perez, assigned to future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), paints a guardrail outside Arturo Prat Children’s Home in Valparaiso, Chile during a com... More
210113-N-FA868-2052 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 13, 2021)
210113-N-FA868-2052 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 13, 2021) Hull Maintenance Technician 2nd Class Sean Slagle, from Park Forrest, Ill., assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) repair... More
Lance Cpl. Brian Lauw, embarked aboard the future amphibious
Lance Cpl. Brian Lauw, embarked aboard the future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), sings a song during a karaoke and ice cream social night hosted by the first class petty officer mess. America is c... More
200114-N-ZS023-1029 EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 14, 2020)
200114-N-ZS023-1029 EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 14, 2020) Sailors assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) tow an F-35B Lightning II assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), Marine Medium T... More
200330-N-BT681-1021 PHILIPPINE SEA (March 30, 2020)
200330-N-BT681-1021 PHILIPPINE SEA (March 30, 2020) Sailors assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) conduct a damage control drill on the flight deck. America, flagship of the America Expedition... More
210213-N-JD834-0066 EAST CHINA SEA (Feb. 13, 2021)
210213-N-JD834-0066 EAST CHINA SEA (Feb. 13, 2021) Sailors aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) respond to a simulated fire during a general quarters drill. America, flagship ... More
200321-N-RU810-1075 NAVAL BASE GUAM (March 21, 2020)
200321-N-RU810-1075 NAVAL BASE GUAM (March 21, 2020) Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), San Antonio-class dock landing ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20) and Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS German... More
210121-N-FA868-1128 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 21, 2021)
210121-N-FA868-1128 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 21, 2021) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) conduct an aerial debarkation drill on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ... More
PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 31, 2021) Aviation Boatswain’s
PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 31, 2021) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Tyler Montgomery, from Houston, assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), signals a CH-47 Chinoo... More
Chief and first class petty officers participate in
Chief and first class petty officers participate in Chief Petty Officer (CPO) 365 physical training in the hangar bay aboard the future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). CPO 365 is a year-round train... More
Rainbow sideboys render honors as distinguished visitors
Rainbow sideboys render honors as distinguished visitors from Trinidad and Tobago arrive aboard the future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America is currently traveling through the U.S. Southern C... More
Sailors and Marines assigned to future amphibious assault
Sailors and Marines assigned to future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) man the rails as the ship departs Rio De Janeiro following a four-day port visit. America is currently traveling through the U.... More
Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) transits
Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) transits the South China Sea. America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of ... More
Lt. Col. George Hasseltine, right, commanding officer
Lt. Col. George Hasseltine, right, commanding officer of Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force (SPMAGTF) South, showcases an M27 rifle to Lt. Gen. Ricardo Martinez during a tour of future amphibious assa... More
GULF OF THAILAND (Feb. 27, 2020) An F-35B Lightning
GULF OF THAILAND (Feb. 27, 2020) An F-35B Lightning II fighter aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 (Reinforced) lands on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6... More
200326-N-FA868-1139 PHILIPPINE SEA (March 26, 2020)
200326-N-FA868-1139 PHILIPPINE SEA (March 26, 2020) Gunner’s Mate 3rd Class Adam Jones, from Dexter, Michigan, assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), participates in a small arms qualification... More
200321-N-RU810-1228 NAVAL BASE GUAM (March 21, 2020)
200321-N-RU810-1228 NAVAL BASE GUAM (March 21, 2020) Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), San Antonio-class dock landing ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20) and Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS German... More
200410-N-DB724-2533 EAST CHINA SEA (April 10, 2020)
200410-N-DB724-2533 EAST CHINA SEA (April 10, 2020) Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), left, sails with Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer JS Akebono (DD 108). America, flagship of the Ame... More
Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus, left, and Capt. Christopher
Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus, left, and Capt. Christopher Mills, Air Boss aboard future amphibious assault ship USS America, pin Lt. Cmdr. Joshua Seamount, during a promotion ceremony before an all-hands cal... More
The future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA
The future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) sails through the Atlantic Ocean en route to its San Diego home port. America is currently traveling through the U.S. Southern Command and U.S. 4th Fleet a... More
Rear Adm. Frank L. Ponds, right, commander, Expeditionary
Rear Adm. Frank L. Ponds, right, commander, Expeditionary Strike Group 3, presents a plaque to El Salvador Vice President Oscar Samuel Ortiz Ascencio during a bilateral engagement held aboard the ship. America ... More
Sailors assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America
Sailors assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) teach a tiger cruise participant proper hose handling techniques on the ship’s starboard elevator. Tiger cruises allow crew members an opportunity... More
PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 1, 2017) – Ensign Jackson Fisher,
PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 1, 2017) – Ensign Jackson Fisher, assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), connects the seven meter rigid inflatable boat to the slewing arm davit after a boat operation dril... More
Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) transits
Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) transits the South China Sea. America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of ... More
Capt. Robert A. Hall Jr., commanding officer of future
Capt. Robert A. Hall Jr., commanding officer of future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), delivers opening remarks in the ship's hangar bay during a reception for Peruvian dignitaries, military offici... More
Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Johnnie Mewborn, assigned
Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Johnnie Mewborn, assigned to future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) attempts a free throw during in a friendly basketball game with Peruvian sailors in Callao, Peru. Am... More
Future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6)
Future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) transits the Pacific Ocean en route to its home port of San Diego. America is currently traveling through the U.S. Southern Command and U.S. 4th Fleet area of ... More
PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 23, 2015) -- Chief Aviation Boatswain’s
PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 23, 2015) -- Chief Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Nnamdi Emenogu looks on as an AV-8B Harrier, assigned to Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 311, approaches the flight deck of amphibious as... More
200416-N-BT681-1013 SOUTH CHINA SEA (April 16, 2020)
200416-N-BT681-1013 SOUTH CHINA SEA (April 16, 2020) Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Meami Yarmeto, from Minneapolis, assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) participates in a small arms live fire... More
200428-N-FA868-1023 PHILIPPINE SEA (April 27, 2020)
200428-N-FA868-1023 PHILIPPINE SEA (April 27, 2020) Marines assigned to 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) prepare for an aerial debarkation from amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America, flagship... More
A tilt-rotor MV-22 Osprey takes off from the flight
A tilt-rotor MV-22 Osprey takes off from the flight deck of future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) to participate in bilateral training exercises with Colombia’s military. America is currently trave... More
Sailors assigned to the future amphibious assault ship
Sailors assigned to the future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) and local Brazilian navy Sailors assemble a shelving unit during a community relations project (COMREL) at the U.S. Municipal School du... More
Marine Gunnery Sgt. Arturo Belmonte hands a baton to
Marine Gunnery Sgt. Arturo Belmonte hands a baton to Chilean marine Master Gunnery Sgt. Osualdo Olivares during a civil disturbance and crowd control demonstration in the vehicle stowage area aboard future amph... More
Ship’s Serviceman Seaman Apprentice Cristian Arzuaga,
Ship’s Serviceman Seaman Apprentice Cristian Arzuaga, assigned to future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), stocks a shelf in the ship’s store after receiving a shipment of supplies in Chile. America ... More
Chief Operations Specialist Steven Lowe receives his
Chief Operations Specialist Steven Lowe receives his combination cover during a chief petty officer pinning ceremony aboard future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). This year marks the first time a c... More
Guests tour future amphibious assault ship USS America
Guests tour future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) as part of San Francisco Fleet Week. America is scheduled to be ceremoniously commissioned near the end of fleet week, Oct. 11. (U.S. Navy photo by... More
171028-N-GC965-259 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (Oct.
171028-N-GC965-259 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (Oct. 28, 2017) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Paul Clarke, a San Antonio native, signals pilots of an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the ... More
200313-N-FA868-1305 SOUTH CHINA SEA (March 13, 2020)
200313-N-FA868-1305 SOUTH CHINA SEA (March 13, 2020) Amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) sails alongside littoral combat ship USS Gabrielle Giffords (LCS 10). America, flagship of the America Expedition... More
EAST CHINA SEA (Aug. 2, 2020) Sailors assigned to the
EAST CHINA SEA (Aug. 2, 2020) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) conduct flight operations to prepare for a vertical replenishment at sea. America, flagship of ... More
An F-35B Lightning II assigned to the 31st Marine
An F-35B Lightning II assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) lands on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America, lead ship of the America Amphibi... More
210115-N-FA868-1144 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 15, 2021)
210115-N-FA868-1144 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 15, 2021) Airnman Jamari Cooke, from Greenville, N.C., assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), operates a flight deck cleaning trac... More
Culinary Specialist 2rd Kleyon Williams, assigned to
Culinary Specialist 2rd Kleyon Williams, assigned to future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), makes pancakes in preparation for the crew’s breakfast. America’s food service team begins preparing brea... More
A Brazilian navy UH-13 Esquilo is directed to take
A Brazilian navy UH-13 Esquilo is directed to take off from the flight deck of future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) as part of a training partnership between the Brazilian and U.S. navies. America... More
191206-N-RU810-2022 SASEBO, Japan (Dec. 6, 2019) John
191206-N-RU810-2022 SASEBO, Japan (Dec. 6, 2019) John Taylor, principal officer, U.S Consulate in Fukuoka, Japan, holds a press conference aboard amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) following the ship’... More
200110-N-RU810-1038 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 10, 2020) Damage
200110-N-RU810-1038 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 10, 2020) Damage Controlman Fireman Tanesha Anderson, assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), cleans a sprinkler on the ship’s flight deck during a test ... More
200331-N-RU810-1030 PHILIPPINE SEA (March 31, 2020)
200331-N-RU810-1030 PHILIPPINE SEA (March 31, 2020) Sailors assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) fight a simulated fire in the ship’s security office during a damage control drill. America, f... More
210121-N-QM903-1013 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 21, 2021)
210121-N-QM903-1013 PHILIPPINE SEA (Jan. 21, 2021) Aviation Ordnancemen assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) fasten stabilizing fins on an inert practice bomb. America, f... More
Future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6)
Future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) passes the southern most point of South America as the ship transits through the Strait of Magellan. America is currently traveling through the U.S. Southern C... More
Sailors assigned to future amphibious assault ship
Sailors assigned to future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) wave to their friends and family as the ship arrives in its homeport of San Diego for the first time. Their arrival marks the completion of... More
200403-N-BT681-1114 PHILIPPINE SEA (April 3, 2020)
200403-N-BT681-1114 PHILIPPINE SEA (April 3, 2020) Sgt. Joshua Coward, from Jacksonville, Florida assigned to 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), participates in a live fire exercise aboard amphibious assault... More
Peruvian dignitaries, military officials and distinguished
Peruvian dignitaries, military officials and distinguished guests join Sailors and Marines aboard future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) for a reception held in the ship's hangar bay during a schedu... More
200219-N-BT681-1064 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 19, 2020)
200219-N-BT681-1064 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 19, 2020) Sailors assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) participate in a damage control training team drill. America, flagship of the America Expediti... More
Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus congratulates newly
Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus congratulates newly promoted and reenlisted Sailors and Marines before an all-hands call in the hangar bay of future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) as it transits th... More
191206-N-RU810-2035 SASEBO, Japan (Dec. 6, 2019) Capt.
191206-N-RU810-2035 SASEBO, Japan (Dec. 6, 2019) Capt. Luke A. Frost, commanding officer of amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), holds a press conference following the ship’s arrival at Sasebo, Japan to... More
200410-N-FA868-4062 EAST CHINA SEA (April 10, 2020)
200410-N-FA868-4062 EAST CHINA SEA (April 10, 2020) An F-35B Lightning II assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 (Reinforced) takes off from the flight ... More
Chief (select) Operations Specialist Steven Lowe, assigned
Chief (select) Operations Specialist Steven Lowe, assigned to future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), holds a vessel containing the names of 9/11 victims. Three bottles containing names of all the v... More
Rear Adm. Frank L. Ponds, center, commander, Expeditionary
Rear Adm. Frank L. Ponds, center, commander, Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) 3, conducts an interview with a reporter from Chile in the hangar bay of future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) as it tr... More
200410-N-DB724-2594 EAST CHINA SEA (April 10, 2020)
200410-N-DB724-2594 EAST CHINA SEA (April 10, 2020) Two F-35B Lightning II fighter aircraft assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 (Reinforced) fly by amphibi... More
Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Colon
Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Colon takes photos of future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) and ships from the Peruvian navy as they sail in formation during a passing exercise (PA... More
A Brazilian navy UH-13 Esquilo is directed to land
A Brazilian navy UH-13 Esquilo is directed to land on the flight deck of future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) as part of a training partnership between the Brazilian and U.S. navies. America is cu... More
Chilean marine Master Gunnery Sgt. Osualdo Olivares,
Chilean marine Master Gunnery Sgt. Osualdo Olivares, left, asks Staff Sgt. Christopher Chambers, center, questions during a tour as Chief Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (handling) Leandro Suarez translates on board ... More
Ship’s Serviceman 1st Class Gregnita Franks, assigned
Ship’s Serviceman 1st Class Gregnita Franks, assigned to future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), stocks a shelf in the ship’s store after receiving a shipment of supplies in Chile. America is curren... More
200229-N-ZS023-1007 GULF OF THAILAND (Feb. 29, 2020)
200229-N-ZS023-1007 GULF OF THAILAND (Feb. 29, 2020) An F-35B Lightning II fighter aircraft assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 (Reinforced) is chain... More
EAST CHINA SEA (Aug. 2, 2020) Sailors assigned to the
EAST CHINA SEA (Aug. 2, 2020) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) conduct flight operations to prepare for a vertical replenishment at sea. America, flagship of ... More
170905-N-AC254-189 U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
170905-N-AC254-189 U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Sept. 5, 2017) Seaman Samuel Kessler, a native of Portland, Oregon, assigned to the deck department aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA ... More
Culinary Specialist 1st Class Marco Guevarra, assigned
Culinary Specialist 1st Class Marco Guevarra, assigned to future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), asks the crew to sing along during a command talent show held in the ship's hangar bay. America is c... More
Lt. Cmdr. Jian Mei, right, senior medical officer aboard
Lt. Cmdr. Jian Mei, right, senior medical officer aboard future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), gives medical training in the ship’s triage during a general quarters drill. America is the first shi... More
200304-N-FA868-1007 GULF OF THAILAND (March 4, 2020)
200304-N-FA868-1007 GULF OF THAILAND (March 4, 2020) Operations Specialist 2nd Class Bethany Dixon, from Troy, Ohio, assigned to Tactical Air Control Squadron 12, stands watch in the tactical air control center... More
200331-N-RU810-1011 PHILIPPINE SEA (March 31, 2020)
200331-N-RU810-1011 PHILIPPINE SEA (March 31, 2020) Damage Controlman 2nd Class Sammy Cohen, from Antioch, California, assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), dons a self-contained breathing ap... More
210213-N-JD834-0067 EAST CHINA SEA (Feb. 13, 2021)
210213-N-JD834-0067 EAST CHINA SEA (Feb. 13, 2021) Sailors aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) respond to a simulated fire during a general quarters drill. America, flagship ... More
Boatswain’s mates assigned to future amphibious assault
Boatswain’s mates assigned to future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA6) help members of the Peruvian navy disembark a liberty boat to tour the ship during a scheduled port visit to Callao, Peru. America... More
150622-N-LD343-001 SAN DIEGO (June 22, 2015) – Sailors
150622-N-LD343-001 SAN DIEGO (June 22, 2015) – Sailors assigned to the color guard on board amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) perform evening colors. The ship is currently in a maintenance phase, know... More
170201-N-JH668-0062 PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 1, 2017) –
170201-N-JH668-0062 PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 1, 2017) – Sailors assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) prepare to disembark a seven meter ridged inflatable boat. America is currently underway conduc... More
200824-N-NJ919-1337 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 24, 2020)
200824-N-NJ919-1337 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 24, 2020) Seaman Samantha Pentland, from Benton City, Wash., assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), is sprayed with oleoresin caps... More
USS Arizona survivor Lauren F. Bruner speaks with Ismara
USS Arizona survivor Lauren F. Bruner speaks with Ismara Guayamares, assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), after an all-hands call in the ship's hangar bay. Bruner joined the U.S. Navy in 193... More
Capt. Michael Baze, executive officer of the future
Capt. Michael Baze, executive officer of the future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), gives a tour of the ship to a group of distinguished visitors, including Liliana Ayalde, U.S. ambassador to Brazi... More
Aerographer's Mate 1st Class Barrett Venable, assigned
Aerographer's Mate 1st Class Barrett Venable, assigned to the Strike Group Oceanography Team of Fleet Weather Center San Diego, uses a SPA-25 radar repeater to monitor the current weather as future amphibious a... More
Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Adrian Williams uses a
Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Adrian Williams uses a dental trimmer to remove excess compound from a tooth impression aboard amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America is the first ship of its class and... More
200111-N-ZS023-1087 EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 11, 2020)
200111-N-ZS023-1087 EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 11, 2020) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fuel) Airman Apprentice Noah Hatlage, from Lezbeth, Indiana, attaches a fuel line to an F-35B Lightning II assigned to Marine Medium... More
Chief and first class petty officers stretch in the
Chief and first class petty officers stretch in the ship's hangar bay during Chief Petty Officer (CPO) 365 physical training aboard the future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). CPO 365 is a year-roun... More
The amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) conducted
The amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) conducted a change of command in the ship's hangar bay. Capt. Luke A. Frost relieved Capt. Daniel A. Nowicki as the commanding officer. America is in port conduct... More
200204-N-FA868-1026 PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 4, 2020) Hospital
200204-N-FA868-1026 PHILIPPINE SEA (Feb. 4, 2020) Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Son Pham, from Long Beach, California, assigned to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) treats a patient during an advanced t... More
Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Airman Raul
Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Airman Raul Garcia-VillaVicencio, center, assigned to air department aboard future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), assesses a simulated casualty during a genera... More
U.S. Marine Sgt. Kimberly Barton answers a question
U.S. Marine Sgt. Kimberly Barton answers a question from a local reporter during a press conference on the flight deck of future amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) shortly after the ship moored in Valp... More
200226-N-BT681-1044 LAEM CHABANG, Thailand (Feb. 26,
200226-N-BT681-1044 LAEM CHABANG, Thailand (Feb. 26, 2020) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit depart the quarterdeck of amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) in support of Exercise Cob... More