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    USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) Flight Operations [Image 15 of 20]

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    The image shows flight deck operations aboard a naval aircraft carrier, with steam or exhaust obscuring much of the scene. A crew member wearing a yellow 'DIRECTOR' jersey is giving hand signals to a jet aircraft, likely an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet, preparing for launch. The carrier's island superstructure is visible in the background.

    PHILIPPINE SEA

    05.26.2020

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Samantha Jetzer 

    USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN 76)   

    200526-N-ML137-1098 PHILIPPINE SEA (May 26, 2020) Sailors direct an F/A-18E Super Hornet attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195 on the flight deck of the Navy's only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, as well as the collective maritime interests of its allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Samantha Jetzer)

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    Date Taken: 05.26.2020
    Date Posted: 05.26.2020 14:35
    Photo ID: 6221412
    VIRIN: 200526-N-ML137-1099
    Resolution: 4519x3016
    Size: 947.59 KB
    Location: PHILIPPINE SEA
    Hometown: YOKOSUKA NAVAL BASE, JP
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    A U.S. Navy C-2A Greyhound carrier onboard delivery (COD) aircraft, marked with bureau number 30 and VRC squadron markings, is launching from the flight deck of USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76). The aircraft is captured mid-launch with propellers spinning and appears to be in the catapult launch sequence. The carrier's island superstructure with hull number '76' is prominently visible in the background.
    A military jet aircraft, consistent with an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet, is captured mid-launch or landing on what appears to be a naval aircraft carrier flight deck. Several additional aircraft of the same type are parked in formation on the deck in the background. The overcast sky and open ocean setting confirm an at-sea carrier operations environment.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet (bureau number 406) is captured during a carrier launch or landing on what appears to be a naval aircraft carrier flight deck. The aircraft's landing gear is deployed and landing lights are illuminated, suggesting an arrested landing or catapult launch sequence. At least two additional aircraft and a flight deck crew member in a green jersey are visible in the background.
    A flight deck director wearing a yellow jersey labeled 'DIRECTOR' signals to a jet aircraft on what appears to be a naval aircraft carrier flight deck. Steam or exhaust vapor obscures much of the scene, indicating catapult launch operations are underway. Multiple military jet aircraft, likely F/A-18 Hornets or Super Hornets, are visible in the background.
    A U.S. Navy flight deck handler is directing a C-2A Greyhound carrier onboard delivery (COD) aircraft marked '30' and assigned to squadron VRC-30 on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck. The propeller is spinning, indicating the aircraft is preparing for launch or taxiing. The handler is wearing a green helmet and a VRC-30 identification vest.
    A U.S. Navy carrier-based jet aircraft marked '406' is captured at the moment of launch from an aircraft carrier flight deck over open ocean. The aircraft appears to be an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet in a near-vertical climb attitude with landing gear still extended. Steam or exhaust vapor is visible beneath the aircraft, consistent with a catapult-assisted takeoff.
    A dramatic silhouette scene captured at sunset or sunrise aboard what appears to be a naval vessel flight deck. A military helicopter with spinning rotors is positioned on the deck while several personnel stand nearby in silhouette against a vivid orange and blue sky. The image has strong compositional contrast between the dark foreground figures and the luminous, cloud-filled sky.
    A military jet aircraft, appearing to be an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet, is parked on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck at dusk or dawn. Two personnel are visible in silhouette in front of the aircraft against a dramatic sky with orange and grey clouds. The image is predominantly in silhouette due to the low-light backlit conditions.
    A military aviation deck crew member, identifiable by green jersey and flight deck helmet with ear protection, is seated on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck at dusk or dawn. The individual is holding up one finger in a signaling gesture, likely communicating with flight operations personnel. A piece of flight deck equipment, possibly an Optical Landing System (OLS) or similar guidance device, is visible to the right.
    A military helicopter, consistent with an MH-60 Seahawk type, is positioned on what appears to be a naval vessel flight deck at dusk or dawn. Several personnel in silhouette are gathered around and near the aircraft against a dramatic twilight sky with orange and blue hues. One individual on the right appears to be holding a glowing light stick, suggesting active flight deck operations.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet (modex 406) is captured landing or launching on the flight deck of USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76), a Nimitz-class aircraft carrier. The aircraft's landing gear is deployed and it appears to be in motion, with motion blur visible. The carrier's island superstructure bearing the hull number '76' is prominently visible on the left side of the frame.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet (Bureau Number 406) is captured during a catapult launch or high-speed taxi on an aircraft carrier flight deck. The aircraft bears the tail code 'N' and squadron markings visible on the vertical stabilizer. The image was taken with a panning technique, creating motion blur in the background while keeping the aircraft relatively sharp.
    Three flight deck crew members are directing a C-2A Greyhound carrier onboard delivery (COD) aircraft on what appears to be a US Navy aircraft carrier flight deck. The propeller-driven aircraft, marked with number '30' and squadron markings 'VRC', has its engines running as deck personnel in colored jerseys signal the aircraft. The scene depicts standard carrier flight deck operations with crew wearing color-coded safety gear indicating their roles.
    Flight deck operations are underway on a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, with crew members in color-coded jerseys directing and handling a jet aircraft near the island superstructure. A yellow-vested 'DIRECTOR' crew member is prominently visible giving hand signals to guide the aircraft. The wet deck surface and overcast sky suggest operations in adverse or humid weather conditions.
    The image shows flight deck operations aboard a naval aircraft carrier, with steam or exhaust obscuring much of the scene. A crew member wearing a yellow 'DIRECTOR' jersey is giving hand signals to a jet aircraft, likely an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet, preparing for launch. The carrier's island superstructure is visible in the background.
    Two U.S. Navy flight deck crew members are working on an aircraft carrier flight deck near a jet fighter marked '406' with 'VFA' squadron designation. The foreground crew member wears a green jersey and camouflage pants, indicating a specific deck crew role, while a second crew member in a tan/brown vest is visible behind. The scene takes place at sea under overcast skies.
    A U.S. Navy Safety Observer is kneeling on an aircraft carrier flight deck, signaling toward a fighter jet numbered '406'. The aircraft appears to be an F/A-18 Super Hornet with visible crew name markings including 'LT JUSTIN WILEY' and 'AD3(AW) COLLINS, MORRISTOWN TN'. The scene depicts pre-launch or taxi operations on what appears to be an active carrier flight deck at sea.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Hornet (Bureau Number 307) is positioned on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier at sea. Deck crew in green jerseys are performing pre-flight or maintenance checks on the aircraft's nose gear and fuselage. The aircraft bears the name 'LCDR JASON PALLOTTA' and hometown 'CHINA' on the canopy rail, with a secondary marking reading 'AN ARIAS / PORTLAND, OR' on the nose gear door.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet (Bureau Number 406) is captured during a carrier landing or takeoff operation on an aircraft carrier flight deck. The aircraft bears U.S. national insignia (roundel) and appears to belong to a carrier air wing squadron, with external fuel tanks and weapons pylons visible. The ocean horizon is visible in the background under an overcast sky.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet (Bureau Number 406) assigned to squadron VFA-195 is captured launching or taking off from an aircraft carrier deck over open ocean. The aircraft is in a low-altitude, gear-down configuration consistent with a catapult launch, with visible vapor condensation forming around the fuselage. The image is sharp and well-composed, clearly showing markings, squadron insignia, and ordnance loadout.

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