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    Abraham Lincoln Conducts Flight Operations [Image 2 of 4]

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    The image depicts flight deck operations aboard a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, with crew members in color-coded jerseys and helmets performing their assigned roles. A central figure in a yellow jersey holds illuminated wands aloft, likely directing aircraft or signaling during launch or recovery operations. Steam or exhaust obscures part of the deck, adding to the dynamic and hazardous environment typical of carrier flight operations.

    AT SEA

    08.13.2026

    Photo by NAVCENT Public Affairs        

    U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet           

    A U.S. Sailor directs aircraft on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), Aug. 14, 2026. Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the Middle East. (U.S. Navy photo)

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    Date Taken: 08.13.2026
    Date Posted: 08.18.2026 09:34
    Photo ID: 9874585
    VIRIN: 260814-N-NO146-4627
    Resolution: 6000x4000
    Size: 2.85 MB
    Location: AT SEA
    Web Views: 6
    Downloads: 1

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    A U.S. Navy military helicopter, marked with 'CVW-9 LINCOLN' and tail code 'CIF', is flying over open water. A crew member wearing a flight helmet and visor is visible manning a door-mounted machine gun from the open side door. The word 'RESCUE' is stenciled on the fuselage, identifying this as likely an MH-60S or MH-60R Seahawk helicopter.
    The image depicts flight deck operations aboard a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, with crew members in color-coded jerseys and helmets performing their assigned roles. A central figure in a yellow jersey holds illuminated wands aloft, likely directing aircraft or signaling during launch or recovery operations. Steam or exhaust obscures part of the deck, adding to the dynamic and hazardous environment typical of carrier flight operations.
    A carrier-based twin-engine jet fighter, marked with the number 211 on both wings, is captured launching at low altitude over open ocean in low-light conditions. Both engines are visibly in full afterburner, producing bright orange flame plumes. The aircraft appears to be in a steep climb shortly after catapult launch from a naval vessel.
    A U.S. Navy twin-engine carrier-based jet aircraft, marked with the number '105' on both wings, is photographed from a rear-facing perspective during low-light conditions over open water. The aircraft appears to be in a climb or just after launch, with landing gear still deployed and engine afterburners glowing red. Vapor condensation trails are visible along the wingtips, indicating high-speed, high-humidity flight conditions.

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