Keywords: baltops 2016 baltops2016 navy lcc 20 lcc20 vehicle rotor blade aircraft airplane outdoor 160608-N-YA681-373 BALTIC SEA (June 8, 2016) - A Netherlands Royal Air Force Cougar transport helicopter prepares for take off aboard the USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) in support of BALTOPS 2016. BALTOPS is an annual recurring multinational exercise designed to improve interoperability, enhance flexibility and demonstrate the resolve of allied and partner nations to defend the Baltic region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rebecca Sunderland/Released) 160608-N-YA681-373 BALTIC SEA (June 8, 2016) - A Netherlands Royal Air Force Cougar transport helicopter prepares for take off aboard the USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) in support of BALTOPS 2016. BALTOPS is an annual recurring multinational exercise designed to improve interoperability, enhance flexibility and demonstrate the resolve of allied and partner nations to defend the Baltic region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rebecca Sunderland/Released) |