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    F/A-18E Super Hornet Launches Off Of Flight Deck [Image 15 of 20]

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    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet (modex 307) is positioned on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, apparently preparing for a catapult launch. Two flight deck crew members in colored jerseys are kneeling nearby, performing pre-launch duties. The scene appears to be set in a warm-weather maritime environment based on the hazy horizon and calm sea visible in the background.

    ARABIAN GULF

    10.25.2020

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Charles DeParlier 

    USS Nimitz (CVN 68)   

    201025-N-JX182-1013 ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 25, 2020) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, from the “Kestrels” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137, launches off the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz, the flagship of Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations, conducting missions in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, and maritime security operations alongside regional and coalition partners. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Charles DeParlier)

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    Date Taken: 10.25.2020
    Date Posted: 10.25.2020 21:41
    Photo ID: 6401513
    VIRIN: 201025-N-JX182-1013
    Resolution: 4527x2317
    Size: 658.96 KB
    Location: ARABIAN GULF
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