Navy Aircrewman Operator 3rd Class Jonathan Ziminski with Patrol Squadron (VP) 45 views a sink exercise, part of Exercise Valiant Shield 18 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Sept. 23, 2018. Valiant Shield is a biennial, only, field training exercise (FTX) with a focus on integration of joint training among forces in relation to current operational plans. This training enables real-world proficiency in sustaining joint forces through detecting, locating, tracking and engaging units at sea, in the air, on land, and in cyberspace in response to a range of mission areas.

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