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    F/A-18C Hornet [Image 2 of 4]

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    A U.S. Navy carrier-based jet aircraft, marked with the number '400' on both wings, is captured moments after catapult launch from an aircraft carrier over open ocean. The aircraft is flying directly toward the camera at low altitude with landing gear still extended and afterburners visibly glowing. Condensation vapor trails stream dramatically from the wingtips, indicating high-speed, high-lift conditions.

    ATLANTIC OCEAN

    11.16.2013

    Photo by Brian Flood 

    U.S. Navy           

    An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Salty Dogs of Strike Aircraft Test Squadron (VX) 23 takes off from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN71). VX-23 is conducting tests of the Joint Precision Approach Landing System (JPALS). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Brian Flood/Released)

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    Date Taken: 11.16.2013
    Date Posted: 11.18.2013 22:07
    Photo ID: 1055613
    VIRIN: 131116-N-IE511-037
    Resolution: 4256x2832
    Size: 857.51 KB
    Location: ATLANTIC OCEAN
    Web Views: 75
    Downloads: 14

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    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Hornet (modex 400) is being catapult-launched from an aircraft carrier flight deck over open ocean. Steam from the catapult system is visible beneath the aircraft as it accelerates down the deck. Multiple flight deck crew members in colored jerseys are positioned at their stations observing the launch.
    A U.S. Navy carrier-based jet aircraft, marked with the number '400' on both wings, is captured moments after catapult launch from an aircraft carrier over open ocean. The aircraft is flying directly toward the camera at low altitude with landing gear still extended and afterburners visibly glowing. Condensation vapor trails stream dramatically from the wingtips, indicating high-speed, high-lift conditions.
    Several U.S. Navy personnel are stationed aboard what appears to be a naval vessel, likely during a drill or watch operation. Two individuals in the foreground are wearing red life vests and hard hats, with one using binoculars or a rangefinder device. Two additional sailors in dark Navy uniforms are visible in the background, with name tapes reading 'SMITH' and 'PORTER'.
    Two personnel wearing orange life vests and helmets are positioned on what appears to be the deck or side of a naval vessel at sea. One individual wears a black helmet with diving goggles and snorkel, while the other wears a white hard hat and is gripping ropes. They appear to be engaged in a maritime rescue or safety drill operation.

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