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    USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) Valiant Shield 2020 Flight Operations [Image 4 of 13]

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    Three naval aviation ordnancemen/weapons technicians in red jerseys and helmets are conducting pre-flight weapons checks on a U.S. Navy carrier-based jet aircraft, likely an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet. The crew members are inspecting an air-to-air missile mounted on the aircraft's wing while a pilot is visible in the cockpit. The scene takes place on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck under clear skies.

    PHILIPPINE SEA

    09.23.2020

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Erica Ramos 

    USS RONALD REAGAN (CVN 76)   

    200923-N-DL524-1140 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 23, 2020) Sailors secure ordnance on an F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to the Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115, after landing on the flight deck of the Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) in support of Valiant Shield 2020. Valiant Shield is a U.S. only, biennial field training exercise (FTX) with a focus on integration of joint training in a blue-water environment among U.S. forces. This training enables real-world proficiency in sustaining joint forces through detecting, locating, tracking and engaging units at sea, in the air, on land and in cyberspace in response to a range of mission areas. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Erica Bechard)

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    Date Taken: 09.23.2020
    Date Posted: 09.23.2020 10:03
    Photo ID: 6359220
    VIRIN: 200923-N-DL524-1140
    Resolution: 4800x3200
    Size: 788.82 KB
    Location: PHILIPPINE SEA
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    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet (bureau number 215) is positioned on an aircraft carrier flight deck, apparently preparing for a catapult launch. Steam is visible rising from the catapult track, indicating the steam-powered launch system is active. Multiple flight deck crew members in color-coded jerseys are visible performing pre-launch duties.
    A military jet aircraft, appearing to be an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet, is launching or landing on the flight deck of a naval aircraft carrier. Several flight deck crew members in color-coded jerseys are visible observing the operation. The scene takes place under partly cloudy skies over open ocean.
    A flight deck crew member wearing a green jersey is directing aircraft operations on what appears to be a US Navy aircraft carrier flight deck. An F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet is visible overhead with air-to-air missiles mounted on its wing pylons. An arresting wire cable is visible on the deck surface in the foreground.
    Three naval aviation ordnancemen/weapons technicians in red jerseys and helmets are conducting pre-flight weapons checks on a U.S. Navy carrier-based jet aircraft, likely an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet. The crew members are inspecting an air-to-air missile mounted on the aircraft's wing while a pilot is visible in the cockpit. The scene takes place on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck under clear skies.
    A military helicopter, appearing to be an MH-60 Seahawk, is hovering or landing on the flight deck of a naval aircraft carrier. A second helicopter of the same type is parked on the deck below, surrounded by flight deck crew in color-coded gear. The scene depicts active flight deck operations at sea under partly cloudy skies.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet (bureau number 215) is captured during a carrier landing or launch on an aircraft carrier flight deck at sea. The aircraft displays 'NF' tail codes indicating assignment to Carrier Air Wing Five (CVW-5), based in Japan. The ocean horizon is visible in the background under partly cloudy skies.
    A military helicopter, marked with the number '703', is hovering low over the flight deck of a naval aircraft carrier. Multiple flight deck crew members in color-coded jerseys are positioned around the landing zone, performing their respective roles during helicopter operations. A second helicopter is visible in the distant background, and the ocean horizon is visible under a partly cloudy sky.
    A U.S. Navy enlisted service member, identified by the name tag as 'Liang L. Chen,' is seated at a desk working on a computer. He is wearing a dark navy blue uniform with a Petty Officer insignia and a blue surgical face mask. The workspace appears to be a military office environment with standard desk supplies and personal items visible.
    A bald man wearing glasses and a light blue surgical face mask is handling documents or files from what appears to be a filing cabinet or mail sorting station. He is dressed in a dark navy blue uniform with visible insignia on the chest, suggesting a military or official organizational affiliation. The setting appears to be an indoor workspace with shelving, pipes, and equipment visible in the background.
    A U.S. Navy sailor identified by name tag as 'LIANG L. CHEN' is reviewing documents or papers in what appears to be an office or administrative space aboard a naval vessel. He is wearing a dark blue Navy working uniform with rank insignia, a name tag, and a qualification badge, along with a blue surgical mask and black-framed glasses. The setting includes shelving with binders and storage materials in the background.
    A military personnel member wearing a dark navy uniform and brown face mask is seated at a desk reviewing a multi-page document with color-coded tabs. The setting appears to be a military office or administrative workspace, with a computer monitor displaying what appears to be a Department of Defense screensaver, a radio, and organizational shelving visible in the background. The image was likely taken during the COVID-19 pandemic period based on the mask usage.
    A person wearing a black face mask and round-framed glasses is having a tattoo applied to their arm by a tattoo artist. The setting appears to be a tattoo parlor or studio with colorful artwork and equipment visible in the background. The subject is dressed in a dark blue/grey jacket and is looking down at the tattooing process.
    A barber wearing a black face mask, maroon shirt, gray apron, and latex gloves is cutting a client's hair using red electric clippers in what appears to be an onboard ship barbershop. The barber has visible tattoos on his forearm and is focused on trimming the side of the client's head. The setting features industrial ceiling infrastructure, fluorescent lighting, and military-style interior elements visible in the background.

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