040419-N-6027E-003 North Polar Region (Apr. 19, 2004) - The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Hampton (SSN 767) surfaced at the North Pole. Hampton and the Royal Navy Trafalgar class attack submarine HMS Tireless took part in ICEX 04, a joint operational exercise beneath the polar ice cap. Both the Tireless and Hampton crews met on the ice, including scientists traveling aboard both submarines to collect data and perform experiments. The Ice Exercise demonstrates the U.S. and British Submarine Force's ability to freely navigate in all international waters, including the Arctic. U.S. Navy photo by Chief Journalist Kevin Elliott. (RELEASED)
Two U.S. Navy F-14 Tomcats prepare to be refueled during a combat mission over Iraq, April 22, 2004. DoD photo by Staff Sgt Aaron Allmon II, U.S. Air Force.
An F-14A Tomcat from Fighter Squadron Two One One (VF-211 "Checkmates") launches from the flight deck during evening flight operations. ENTERPRISE is currently underway in the Arabian Gulf. (U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Justin McGarry)