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    George Washington Conducts Flight Operations [Image 9 of 13]

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    A nighttime aircraft carrier flight deck scene showing a jet aircraft launching via catapult, producing a bright engine afterburner flame and steam/exhaust trail. The image is taken from an elevated position on the carrier deck, with deck crew personnel visible as illuminated figures in the darkness. Additional parked aircraft and deck equipment are visible in the foreground and right side of the frame.

    U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

    09.01.2026

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    U.S. Central Command Public Affairs           

    An F/A-18 Super Hornet, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195, takes off from the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), Sept. 1, 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: 09.01.2026
    Date Posted: 09.08.2026 07:18
    Photo ID: 9905779
    VIRIN: 260901-N-D0477-1202
    Resolution: 6048x4032
    Size: 3.85 MB
    Location: U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
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    Downloads: 1

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