090817-N-3659B-434 PERSIAN GULF (Aug. 17, 2009) The Cyclone-class coastal patrol ship USS Typhoon (PC 5) pulls alongside the Oliver Hazard Perry-class frigate USS Thach (FFG 43) for a fueling at sea. This event marks the first time Thach has performed a fueling at sea with a coastal patrol ship. Thach is part of the Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group and is on a routine deployment in the 5th Fleet area of responsibility. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joseph M. Buliavac/Released) 090817-N-3659B-434

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