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    George Washington Conducts Flight Operations [Image 8 of 15]

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    A nighttime flight deck operation aboard a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, illuminated by warm artificial lighting. Three naval personnel are observing or conducting pre-flight/post-flight checks on an F/A-18 Hornet assigned to VFA-27, bureau number 212. The scene depicts standard carrier deck crew procedures during low-light operations.

    U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

    08.28.2026

    Photo by NAVCENT Public Affairs        

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

    U.S. Sailors conduct pre-flight checks on a F/A-18 Super Hornet, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 27, on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), Aug. 28, 2026. George Washington 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: 08.28.2026
    Date Posted: 08.30.2026 10:21
    Photo ID: 9898243
    VIRIN: 260828-N-NO146-1087
    Resolution: 5407x3605
    Size: 3.83 MB
    Location: U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
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