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    Pilots Depart Fort Worth for Bush Memorial Service [Image 9 of 10]

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    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet marked '200' and bearing the 'TOMCATTERS' squadron name is captured during takeoff or landing on a wet runway in foggy, low-visibility conditions. The aircraft's landing gear is extended and navigation/taxi lights are illuminated. The reflective wet tarmac and hazy atmosphere suggest rainy weather operations.

    FORT WORTH, TEXAS, UNITED STATES

    12.06.2018

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Jacquelyn Childs 

    Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base

    FORT WORTH, Texas (Dec. 6, 2018) An F-18 Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 31, the "Tomcatters," departs from Naval Air Station Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base, Texas, to participate in a monumental 21-aircraft flyover featuring a missing-man formation over the memorial service for late President George H. W. Bush in College Station, Texas. Other squadrons that participated in the flyover came from Oceana, Virginia to Fort Worth, Texas, and included VFA 103, the "Jolly Rogers"; VFA 143, the "Pukin' Dogs"; VFA 32, the "Swordsmen"; VFA 131, the "Wildcats"; VFA 105, the "Gunslingers"; VFA 83, the "Rampagers"; and VFA 87, the "Golden Warriors." U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jose Jaen (Released).

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    Date Taken: 12.06.2018
    Date Posted: 12.06.2018 21:01
    Photo ID: 4953241
    VIRIN: 181206-N-VD165-153
    Resolution: 2100x1500
    Size: 1.03 MB
    Location: FORT WORTH, TEXAS, US
    Web Views: 374
    Downloads: 29

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    A large group of approximately 35-40 military personnel dressed in olive/sage green flight suits are posed for a formal group photograph outdoors. They are standing in front of a monument or memorial featuring a propeller and eagle sculpture, flanked by autumn-colored trees. The setting appears to be a military air base, with a large hangar visible in the background.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron VFA-105 'Gunslingers' is parked on a wet tarmac during overcast, rainy conditions. Three personnel in flight gear and Navy working uniforms are conducting pre-flight or post-flight maintenance checks near the aircraft's fuselage. The aircraft bears the number '400' and distinctive yellow-tipped tail markings.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet (Bureau Number 201) is taxiing on a wet tarmac during overcast, rainy conditions. The aircraft displays a skull-and-crossbones insignia on its tail, identifying it as belonging to VFA-103 'Jolly Rogers' squadron. A second fighter aircraft is visible in the background to the right.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet bearing modex number 201 is taxiing on a wet flight line, with text on the fuselage referencing 'President George H.W. Bush' and 'Barbara First Lady.' Ground crew personnel in various uniforms are positioned to the left, with one appearing to give hand signals to the aircraft. A second aircraft with modex 102 is visible in the background to the left.
    A military jet aircraft, specifically an F/A-18 Super Hornet, is shown on a wet tarmac under overcast skies. The aircraft bears tribute markings honoring President George H. W. Bush ('41') on the fuselage, along with a partial inscription referencing 'Barbara' and 'First Lady.' Two occupants are visible in the tandem cockpit, wearing flight helmets and gear.
    A military jet aircraft, appearing to be an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet, is captured just above a wet runway during takeoff or low-altitude flight in overcast, rainy conditions. A water salute or jet wash spray is visible to the right of the aircraft, suggesting this may be a ceremonial departure or arrival. The landing gear is still deployed and the aircraft is at very low altitude above the runway.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet is captured in low-altitude flight with landing gear deployed, likely on approach or just after takeoff. The aircraft is painted in standard low-visibility gray livery and appears to be operating in overcast, hazy conditions. Vapor trails are visible streaming from the wingtips, indicating high humidity and aerodynamic lift generation.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet jet fighter, marked with the number '207' and the squadron name 'RAMPAGERS,' is captured in flight against an overcast gray sky. The aircraft appears to have just launched, as its landing gear is still deployed and visible. Vapor trails or jet wash streaks are visible trailing behind the aircraft.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet marked '200' and bearing the 'TOMCATTERS' squadron name is captured during takeoff or landing on a wet runway in foggy, low-visibility conditions. The aircraft's landing gear is extended and navigation/taxi lights are illuminated. The reflective wet tarmac and hazy atmosphere suggest rainy weather operations.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet (bureau number 206 visible on nose) is captured at the moment of takeoff from a runway, with landing gear still extended. The aircraft's engines are producing significant exhaust thrust, creating a visible water/vapor plume deflected rearward, likely from a jet blast deflector or wet runway surface. The overcast sky and runway markings suggest a military airfield environment.

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