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    A US Navy aircraft carrier flight deck scene showing a C-2A Greyhound carrier onboard delivery (COD) aircraft numbered 631 preparing for launch or having just landed. Flight deck crew members in green jerseys and yellow jerseys are positioned around the aircraft, performing their respective roles. The image is taken from a low angle on the flight deck with the ocean and overcast sky visible in the background.

    UNITED STATES

    08.01.2020

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Ryan Seelbach  

    USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78)           

    Sailors assigned to USS Gerald R.Ford's (CVN 78) air department signal all clear for a C-2A Greyhound, attached to the "Greyhawks" of Airborne Command and Control Squadron (VAW) 120, to launch off of Ford's flight deck during flight operations Aug. 1, 2020. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan Seelbach)

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    Date Taken: 08.01.2020
    Date Posted: 08.02.2020 00:32
    Photo ID: 6293477
    VIRIN: 200801-N-XI307-1412
    Resolution: 4888x3492
    Size: 1.37 MB
    Location: US
    Web Views: 45
    Downloads: 21

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    A long-exposure night photograph taken on a naval vessel's flight deck, showing a deck crew member using illuminated wands to direct aircraft operations. The light trails from the wands create sweeping green and red arcs due to the extended camera exposure. A military helicopter, likely an MH-60 Seahawk, is parked on the flight deck in the background.
    A long-exposure night photograph taken on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, capturing light trails from one or more aircraft launching or landing. The moon is visible in the upper portion of the dark sky, and the carrier's island superstructure is illuminated on the right side. At least one person is silhouetted in the foreground near the island.
    A U.S. Navy flight deck handler in yellow gear is directing a carrier-based jet aircraft (numbered 235) on an aircraft carrier flight deck. The handler, identified as 'FLY3 PO 306' on their vest, has both arms raised in a marshaling signal. The scene appears to be taking place at sea, with ocean visible in the background.
    Three naval flight deck personnel stand on an aircraft carrier flight deck observing a fighter jet — likely an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet — during a landing or launch operation. The crew members are wearing color-coded safety vests and helmets with hearing protection, standard for carrier flight deck operations. The ocean horizon is visible in the background, confirming the carrier is at sea.
    A U.S. Navy carrier-based jet aircraft, marked with the number '251', is positioned on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, appearing to be in a launch or taxi phase. Several flight deck personnel wearing green flight suits and tan/yellow safety vests are standing near a deck-edge structure, observing the aircraft. The scene takes place at sea under clear skies.
    A naval personnel member wearing a blue helmet, protective goggles, and ear protection headset is communicating via a handheld radio or microphone on what appears to be a ship's flight deck. The individual is dressed in a blue uniform consistent with U.S. Navy flight deck crew attire. Additional crew members are visible in the blurred background near the ocean.
    The image shows a naval aircraft carrier flight deck with ground crew personnel conducting maintenance or pre-flight operations on what appears to be an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet jet fighter. Multiple crew members wearing color-coded jerseys (green and purple) are gathered around the aircraft, indicating different roles such as aircraft handlers and fuelers. The scene takes place at sea under partly cloudy skies.
    The image shows flight deck operations aboard a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, with personnel in colored jerseys working around an F/A-18 Super Hornet jet fighter. The aircraft bears the modex number '100' on its nose, indicating it is likely a squadron commander's aircraft. Multiple crew members are engaged in deck handling tasks, with yellow equipment cases and a tow vehicle visible in the foreground.
    A military helicopter, marked with the number '612', is on the deck of a naval vessel with its rotors spinning. Multiple personnel in various protective gear and helmets are gathered around the open side door, appearing to load or unload equipment or personnel. The scene takes place on what appears to be a ship's flight deck with open ocean visible in the background.
    A twin-turboprop carrier onboard delivery (COD) aircraft, consistent with a Grumman C-2 Greyhound, is launching from the catapult of a naval aircraft carrier. Steam from the catapult system is visible beneath and behind the aircraft as it becomes airborne. Deck crew members in color-coded jerseys are visible on the port side of the flight deck observing the launch.
    A flight deck crew member in a yellow jersey and red helmet is directing a CH-46 Sea Knight or CH-47 Chinook tandem-rotor helicopter (marked '632') on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. The handler is using hand signals to guide the aircraft, a standard procedure for safe aircraft movement on carrier decks. The ocean horizon and partly cloudy sky are visible in the background.
    The image shows the flight deck of a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier with multiple naval aircraft positioned on the deck. A Northrop Grumman E-2 Hawkeye (bureau number 572) with its distinctive rotodome radar dish is prominently featured in the foreground with engines running, while several F/A-18 Hornet/Super Hornet jets are parked in the background. The scene appears to be taken at sea under clear skies during daytime operations.
    A naval aviation deck crew member wearing a green jersey and helmet stands on an aircraft carrier flight deck beside an aircraft marked with the number 42. The crew member is wearing yellow leather gloves and appears to be conducting a pre-flight or post-flight inspection of the aircraft. The ocean is visible in the background, confirming the carrier is at sea.
    A US Navy aircraft carrier flight deck scene showing a C-2A Greyhound carrier onboard delivery (COD) aircraft numbered 631 preparing for launch or having just landed. Flight deck crew members in green jerseys and yellow jerseys are positioned around the aircraft, performing their respective roles. The image is taken from a low angle on the flight deck with the ocean and overcast sky visible in the background.
    A U.S. Navy C-2 Greyhound carrier onboard delivery (COD) aircraft, bureau number 640, is positioned on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier. The twin-turboprop aircraft displays standard Navy markings including the roundel insignia and 'NAVY' fuselage text, with a distinctive red tail marking. The photo is taken from a low angle beneath another aircraft's wing, with deck crew and equipment visible in the background.

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