Two F/A-18E Super Hornets, attached to the “Kestrels” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137, perform tactical maneuvers during an air power demonstration above Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) in the Pacific Ocean, April 16, 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 Tanner Orth)
| Date Taken: | 04.16.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 04.21.2026 15:22 |
| Photo ID: | 9622977 |
| VIRIN: | 260416-N-IS771-1215 |
| Resolution: | 3712x2475 |
| Size: | 841.04 KB |
| Location: | U.S. 4TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY |
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