U.S. Sailors launch a F/A-18F Super Hornet, attached to the “Kestrels” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137, from the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the Pacific Ocean, April 13, 2026. Nimitz is deployed as part of Southern Seas 2026 which seeks to enhance capability, improve interoperability, and strengthen maritime partnerships with countries throughout the region through joint, multinational and interagency exchanges and cooperation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Julian Jaime)
| Date Taken: | 04.13.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 04.15.2026 13:32 |
| Photo ID: | 9615309 |
| VIRIN: | 260413-N-TY618-1089 |
| Resolution: | 4262x2841 |
| Size: | 2.5 MB |
| Location: | U.S. 4TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY |
| Web Views: | 20 |
| Downloads: | 2 |
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