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    GRF Flight Deck Certification [Image 14 of 14]

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    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet (bureau number 406) is landing or taxiing on an aircraft carrier flight deck, with visible arresting wire engagement indicated by smoke from the tires. A flight deck crew member wearing a green vest and cranial helmet stands in the foreground holding a broom or mop, observing the aircraft. The scene depicts standard carrier flight deck operations at sea.

    UNITED STATES

    03.26.2022

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Zachary Melvin 

    USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78)           

    An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to the "Golden Warriors" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 87, lands on USS Gerald R. Ford’s (CVN 78) flight deck, March 26, 2022. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting flight deck certification and air wing carrier qualification as part of the ship’s tailored basic phase prior to operational deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Zachary Melvin)

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    Date Taken: 03.26.2022
    Date Posted: 03.29.2022 06:31
    Photo ID: 7113236
    VIRIN: 220326-N-YW264-1435
    Resolution: 3295x2197
    Size: 754.23 KB
    Location: US
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    Downloads: 23

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    A smiling individual wearing military or naval flight deck crew gear, including a helmet with communications equipment, yellow safety vest with reflective patches, blue headband, and red paisley neck gaiter. The person appears to be on duty, possibly aboard a naval vessel given the equipment and attire. The image is a close-up portrait taken in what appears to be an indoor or sheltered operational environment.
    The image shows flight deck crew members aboard a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier during flight operations. Personnel wearing color-coded safety gear (red vests, helmets, and gloves) are positioned near a jet aircraft numbered '113', likely an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet. The wet deck and overcast sky suggest operations are occurring in adverse weather conditions.
    Two naval aviation deck crew members are photographed on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck. The foreground figure wears yellow safety gear indicating a specific flight deck role, while a second crew member in green gear is visible in the background. Both are equipped with full personal protective equipment appropriate for flight deck operations.
    A naval aviation deck crew member is photographed on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck. The individual is wearing standard green jersey gear indicating a catapult/arresting gear or aircraft handling role, along with protective equipment including a cranial helmet, ESS goggles, and a skull-patterned face gaiter. They are holding a communication or monitoring device and wearing a unit patch on their left sleeve.
    Two naval deck crew members pose in front of a carrier-based fighter jet on an aircraft carrier flight deck at sea. The personnel are wearing standard flight deck safety gear including helmets, goggles, and float coats. Both individuals are giving thumbs-up gestures toward the camera.
    The image shows flight deck operations aboard a US Navy aircraft carrier, with crew members in colored safety gear working near a jet aircraft. A female sailor in a yellow helmet is visible in the foreground operating or seated near yellow deck equipment. Personnel wearing vests marked 'VFA-213' are visible in the background near what appears to be an F/A-18 fighter jet.
    A U.S. Navy flight deck crew member wearing a yellow jersey marked 'ASST FLY3 PO' signals with both fists raised on an aircraft carrier flight deck. A Boeing F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to VFA-213 (squadron markings visible), numbered '200', is positioned on the deck with its wings folded, near the deck edge. The scene takes place at sea under partly cloudy skies.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to VFA-213 'Black Lions' (modex 200) is positioned on an aircraft carrier flight deck, apparently preparing for launch. Deck crew in yellow and red jerseys are visible giving signals, with a blast deflector raised behind the aircraft. The scene takes place at sea under partly cloudy skies.
    Four military personnel in flight deck gear are peering over a white safety barrier on what appears to be a naval vessel at sea. They are wearing tan/brown helmets with red markings, protective goggles, and cold-weather gear. The ocean and partly cloudy sky are visible in the background.
    A naval deck crew member is seated at what appears to be a vehicle or equipment station on an aircraft carrier flight deck. The individual is wearing full flight deck safety gear including a green helmet with orange markings, protective goggles, ear protection, a green jersey/vest, and a camouflage face covering. The ocean horizon and partly cloudy sky are visible in the background.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron VFA-87 (tail code 'AJ', modex 401) is positioned on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck. The aircraft displays the squadron's 'Golden Warriors' insignia on the tail fin, with 'CO' markings indicating it is the Commanding Officer's aircraft. A catapult track and deck hardware are visible in the foreground.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet (modex 403) is captured during an arrested landing on an aircraft carrier flight deck. The aircraft's tailhook has engaged the arresting wire, producing visible smoke and sparks from the friction. The twin-engine jet fighter is decelerating rapidly on the carrier deck under a partly cloudy sky.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron VFA-213 'Black Lions' is captured during a catapult launch or arrested landing on an aircraft carrier flight deck. The aircraft bears modex number 200, tail code 'AJ', and the squadron name 'BLACKLIONS' is stenciled on the fuel tank. The image is taken from a low angle on the carrier deck, with a catapult or arresting gear mechanism visible in the foreground.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet (bureau number 406) is landing or taxiing on an aircraft carrier flight deck, with visible arresting wire engagement indicated by smoke from the tires. A flight deck crew member wearing a green vest and cranial helmet stands in the foreground holding a broom or mop, observing the aircraft. The scene depicts standard carrier flight deck operations at sea.

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