Mediterranean Sea (June 4, 2006) - The five ships participating in exercise Phoenix Express 2006, amphibious assault Ship USS Saipan (LHA 2), guided-missile frigate USS Simpson (FFG 56), Armada Espanola Infanta Elena (P-6), Royal Moroccan Navy Frigate Mohammed V (611), and Algerian Naval Forces El Kirch (353) sail in formation in the Mediterranean Sea. Exercise Phoenix Express will provide U.S. and allied forces an opportunity to participate in diverse maritime training scenarios helping to increase maritime domain awareness and strengthen emerging and enduring partnerships. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Gary L. Johnson III (RELEASED)
