USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) Conducts Flight Operations During Operation Epic Fury [Image 6 of 20]

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

03.17.2026

Courtesy Photo

U.S. Central Command Public Affairs           

A U.S. Sailor serves as an aircraft catapult holdback bar operator for an F/A-18F Super Hornet aircraft, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron 213, on the flight deck of the USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), while underway, March 17, 2026. (U.S. Navy photo)

• Date Taken: 03.17.2026
• Date Posted: 03.19.2026 12:59
• Photo ID: 9573742
• VIRIN: 260317-D-D0477-1121
• Resolution: 5988x3361
• Size: 3.53 MB
• Location: U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY