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    The aircraft carrier John C. Stennis (CVN 74) and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 9 host an air power demonstration [Image 16 of 19]

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    Two military fighter jets are flying in formation against a clear blue sky. Both aircraft appear to be F/A-18 Super Hornets based on their twin-tail configuration, twin engines, and overall airframe design. The jets are equipped with visible external stores including missiles and fuel tanks on their wing pylons.

    ATLANTIC OCEAN

    05.15.2019

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class GrantG Grady 

    USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74)

    Two F/A-18F Super Hornets, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41, fly alongside the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) during an air power demonstration in the Atlantic Ocean, May 14, 2019. The John C. Stennis has over 1000 family members and friends embarked on a tiger cruise following a deployment to the U.S. 3rd, 5th, 6th, and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. The John C. Stennis is operating in the U.S. 2nd Fleet in support of naval operations to maintain maritime stability and security in the Atlantic and Arctic in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Grant G. Grady)

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    Date Taken: 05.15.2019
    Date Posted: 05.15.2019 15:51
    Photo ID: 5365868
    VIRIN: 190514-N-OM854-0325
    Resolution: 4688x3125
    Size: 885.05 KB
    Location: ATLANTIC OCEAN
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