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    IKE conducts carrier qualifications with CNATRA [Image 4 of 6]

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    A U.S. Navy T-45 Goshawk trainer jet, numbered 183, is captured during a catapult launch or high-speed taxi on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck. The aircraft features the distinctive orange-and-white color scheme used by naval flight training squadrons. Motion blur on the landing gear area suggests the aircraft is in motion at speed.

    ATLANTIC OCEAN

    06.27.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Miguel Santiago 

    USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69)   

    A U.S. Navy T-45C Goshawk jet trainer aircraft takes off from the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), June 27, 2026. Eisenhower is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications for student naval aviators assigned to Naval Air Training Command. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Miguel Santiago)

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    Date Taken: 06.27.2026
    Date Posted: 07.07.2026 06:56
    Photo ID: 9796249
    VIRIN: 260627-N-OQ553-2436
    Resolution: 4608x2592
    Size: 923.18 KB
    Location: ATLANTIC OCEAN
    Web Views: 36
    Downloads: 9

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    A carrier-based jet aircraft is captured in low-altitude flight just above the deck of an aircraft carrier, appearing to be on final approach for landing. The image is shot from a low deck-level perspective into a bright backlit sky, creating a dramatic silhouette effect. Several deck personnel and carrier island superstructure elements are visible in the background.
    The image shows a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier flight deck, identifiable by the partial text 'IKE' on the island superstructure, suggesting USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69). A T-45 Goshawk trainer aircraft in white and red MARINES livery is positioned on the deck, with flight deck crew in yellow jerseys conducting pre-launch or handling operations. The scene is backlit by a bright sun, creating strong silhouette contrasts against a partly cloudy sky.
    A U.S. Navy T-45 Goshawk training jet is launching from the flight deck of USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69), identifiable by the 'IKE' marking on the island superstructure. The aircraft is painted in the distinctive white and orange trainer color scheme with 'NAVY' markings visible. Multiple flight deck crew members in color-coded jerseys are visible performing their respective roles during the launch operation.
    A U.S. Navy T-45 Goshawk trainer jet, numbered 183, is captured during a catapult launch or high-speed taxi on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck. The aircraft features the distinctive orange-and-white color scheme used by naval flight training squadrons. Motion blur on the landing gear area suggests the aircraft is in motion at speed.
    An aerial view of a U.S. Navy T-45 Goshawk trainer jet (bureau number 103) on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck. The aircraft features the distinctive orange-and-white training color scheme with U.S. military star insignia. A single flight deck crew member in a brown jersey and helmet is visible standing near the aircraft.
    A U.S. Navy/Marines T-45 Goshawk jet trainer aircraft is on final approach to land on an aircraft carrier flight deck at sea. On the deck, at least one additional T-45 Goshawk marked 'MARINES' is parked and being serviced, along with a yellow aircraft tow tractor. The carrier's white wake is clearly visible in the ocean behind the ship.

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    T-45C Goshawk
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    USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69)
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