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    VAQ-131 Conducts Flight Operations [Image 3 of 3]

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    A U.S. Navy aviation technician or ordnance crew member is performing maintenance or inspection work underneath a Navy EA-18G Growler electronic warfare aircraft (Bureau Number 168772). The technician is kneeling beneath the fuselage, examining what appears to be an underwing store or weapons pylon. A second aircraft with 'LANCERS' markings is visible in the background.

    MISAWA, AOMORI, JAPAN

    09.18.2020

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Jan David Mercado 

    Naval Air Facility Misawa

    200918-N-EJ241-1071

    MISAWA, Japan (Sept. 18, 2020) – Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Shykerria Payton, assigned to the “Lancers” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 131, inspects the fin integrity of a missile on an EA-18G Growler. VAQ-131 is an expeditionary squadron deployed to Naval Air Facility Misawa supporting security and stability in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jan David De Luna Mercado)

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    Date Taken: 09.18.2020
    Date Posted: 09.28.2020 20:40
    Photo ID: 6372789
    VIRIN: 200918-N-EJ241-1071
    Resolution: 3000x2000
    Size: 567.25 KB
    Location: MISAWA, AOMORI, JP
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    A group of U.S. Navy personnel in NWU Type III (green camouflage) uniforms are gathered in a briefing or discussion room. A senior enlisted sailor, identifiable by rank insignia and a name tape reading 'HOWELL,' sits facing the group in a leadership or instructional role. All personnel are wearing black face masks, consistent with COVID-19 era protocols.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet bearing modex number 554 and the 'LANCERS' squadron designation is parked on a flight line tarmac. Ground crew personnel are performing pre-flight or post-flight maintenance checks while a pilot or crew member is climbing into or out of the cockpit. The aircraft features distinctive squadron markings including a Spartan helmet emblem on the tail and colorful canopy art.
    A U.S. Navy aviation technician or ordnance crew member is performing maintenance or inspection work underneath a Navy EA-18G Growler electronic warfare aircraft (Bureau Number 168772). The technician is kneeling beneath the fuselage, examining what appears to be an underwing store or weapons pylon. A second aircraft with 'LANCERS' markings is visible in the background.

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