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    USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) conducts flight operations [Image 4 of 7]

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    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet (bureau number 104) is captured during a catapult launch or high-speed takeoff roll on an aircraft carrier flight deck. The image shows significant motion blur in the background, indicating high speed, while the aircraft remains relatively sharp. The ocean is visible beyond the carrier deck, confirming the at-sea operational environment.

    PACIFIC OCEAN

    08.14.2026

    Photo by Seaman Apprentice Lucy Fleming 

    USS Carl Vinson   

    An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the "Bounty Hunters" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2, launches from Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), Aug. 14, 2026. Carl Vinson, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 1, is currently underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Lucy Fleming)

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    Date Taken: 08.14.2026
    Date Posted: 08.23.2026 14:40
    Photo ID: 9883848
    VIRIN: 260814-N-OR621-1842
    Resolution: 5568x3712
    Size: 2.82 MB
    Location: PACIFIC OCEAN
    Web Views: 6
    Downloads: 1

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    An aerial view of a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier flight deck showing a jet aircraft numbered '510' with 'VAQ' markings, indicating it is an electronic warfare aircraft (likely an EA-18G Growler). Multiple flight deck crew members in color-coded jerseys are visible standing on the deck near painted safety lines. The image is taken from an elevated angle, likely from the carrier's island superstructure.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18E/F Super Hornet assigned to VFA-113 (the 'Stingers') is parked on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, with its wings folded for deck storage. The aircraft bears the modex number 201 and tail code 'NF', indicating assignment to a carrier air wing. A flight deck crew member in a yellow jersey marked 'FLY 3' stands near the aircraft's nose, likely performing a supervisory or directing role.
    A U.S. Navy carrier-based jet aircraft, marked with the number 510 on both wings, is positioned on an aircraft carrier flight deck preparing for launch. Steam is visible rising from the catapult system in front of the aircraft. Several flight deck crew members in green jerseys and helmets are visible around the aircraft, performing pre-launch duties.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet (bureau number 104) is captured during a catapult launch or high-speed takeoff roll on an aircraft carrier flight deck. The image shows significant motion blur in the background, indicating high speed, while the aircraft remains relatively sharp. The ocean is visible beyond the carrier deck, confirming the at-sea operational environment.
    A U.S. Navy fighter jet, appearing to be an F/A-18 Super Hornet, is captured during a catapult launch or arrested landing on an aircraft carrier flight deck. The aircraft bears the modex number '406' and is producing exhaust smoke, indicating engine thrust. The carrier is underway on open ocean under overcast skies.
    Four military personnel pose together on what appears to be a naval vessel flight deck, smiling for the camera. Three individuals are wearing flight suits with tactical gear and flight helmets, while the center individual wears a white deck vest and red shirt with 'XO' marked on their helmet. A military helicopter is visible in the blurred background.
    A young male technician wearing a green jersey/shirt with 'VFA-' text and a helmet equipped with night-vision goggle mounts is performing maintenance work. He is holding what appear to be safety wire or cotter pins in both hands, working on what looks like an aircraft surface or panel. The setting appears to be inside a hangar or aircraft maintenance bay.

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