During each stop, our naval forces exercised with the host nation's air, sea and land forces. An additional 29 ships from Australia, Canada, Chile, Korea and Japan were involved in the exercise. In addition to embarked carrier air wings, U.S. Air Force and Hawaiian Air National Guard and maritime patrol aircraft from the United States, Canada and Japan also participated. Conducted in the Vestfjord area of Norway, the exercise successfully demonstrated an ability to coordinate a multinational rescue of the crew of a disabled submarine and marked real progress in the standardization of procedures and equipment. Freedom Of Navigation.
Naval forces are especially useful in demonstrating transit rights under international law.
The president, secretary of defense and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff all have emphasized the importance of these operations as an active component of U.S. policy. First MAW is not limited to the exercises listed, nor is there a requirement to participate in every exercise. Although there are a number of key first MAW objectives for the CPX, two basic ones stand out. This exercise also assists in preparing Wing participants for the subsequent Spirit Exercise. A 1st MAW air command and control exercise in December, conducted in Okinawa, Japan.