USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) Flight Ops During Operation Epic Fury [Image 3 of 10]

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

03.15.2026

Courtesy Photo

U.S. Central Command Public Affairs           

An F/A-18E Super Hornet aircraft, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron 31, launches from the flight deck of the world’s largest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), while underway during Operation Epic Fury, March 15, 2026. (U.S. Navy photo)

• Date Taken: 03.15.2026
• Date Posted: 03.18.2026 18:19
• Photo ID: 9570891
• VIRIN: 260315-D-D0477-1297
• Resolution: 4978x3319
• Size: 2.68 MB
• Location: U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY