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    A military flight deck crew member is conducting nighttime aircraft marshalling operations, holding two illuminated wands (batons) raised above their head. The scene appears to take place on a ship's flight deck or airfield at night, with a large rotary-wing aircraft visible in the background. The image is dramatically lit by the glow of the marshalling wands and ambient aircraft lighting.

    U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

    09.02.2026

    Photo by NAVCENT Public Affairs          

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

    A U.S. Sailor signals an E-2D Hawkeye, attached to Airborne Command and Control Squadron (VAW) 125, on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), Sept. 2, 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: 09.02.2026
    Date Posted: 09.05.2026 16:55
    Photo ID: 9914741
    VIRIN: 260902-N-NO146-1065
    Resolution: 3531x2729
    Size: 695.68 KB
    Location: U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
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    Downloads: 2

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