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    George Washington Conducts Flight Operations [Image 3 of 13]

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    A carrier-based jet aircraft, appearing to be an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet with modex number '201', is being catapult-launched from a naval aircraft carrier flight deck at dusk or dawn. The aircraft's engines are in full afterburner, producing a visible orange-white flame plume. Flight deck personnel in colored jerseys are visible in the background alongside additional parked aircraft.

    U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

    09.12.2026

    Photo by NAVCENT Public Affairs          

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

    An F/A-18 Super Hornet, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 27, launches from the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), Sept. 13, 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: 09.12.2026
    Date Posted: 09.13.2026 05:06
    Photo ID: 9932016
    VIRIN: 260913-N-NO146-1484
    Resolution: 4178x2350
    Size: 1.06 MB
    Location: U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
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    Downloads: 1

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    The image shows a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier flight deck, identifiable by the hull number '73' painted on the island superstructure, indicating USS George Washington (CVN-73). The scene appears to be taken at dusk or dawn, with multiple jet aircraft visible on the deck alongside numerous flight deck personnel. The carrier's island structure dominates the left side of the frame, featuring radar arrays, communication equipment, and navigation lights.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet (Bureau Number 201, marked 'VFA-27') is positioned on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, likely preparing for launch. Deck crew in green jerseys are performing pre-launch checks and signaling procedures. The carrier's island superstructure is visible in the background with illuminated lights, suggesting low-light or dusk conditions.
    A carrier-based jet aircraft, appearing to be an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet with modex number '201', is being catapult-launched from a naval aircraft carrier flight deck at dusk or dawn. The aircraft's engines are in full afterburner, producing a visible orange-white flame plume. Flight deck personnel in colored jerseys are visible in the background alongside additional parked aircraft.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet (modex 103) is positioned on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, likely during dawn or dusk based on the overcast, muted sky. The aircraft is armed with visible ordnance and external fuel tanks, suggesting pre-mission or post-mission status. Multiple additional fighter aircraft are visible in the background, indicating a fully operational carrier air wing.
    A U.S. Navy deck crew member in red gear stands in front of a carrier-based fighter jet, likely an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet, on an aircraft carrier flight deck. The crew member is wearing standard red jersey, helmet, goggles, and hearing protection, indicating an ordnance or crash/salvage role. The aircraft fuselage shows chalk maintenance markings and a U.S. military star insignia.
    A U.S. Navy ordnance technician in a red jersey is performing weapons checks or maintenance on a carrier-based fighter jet on an aircraft carrier flight deck. The aircraft, marked with the number '103' and a U.S. military star insignia, appears to be an F/A-18 Super Hornet loaded with missiles and munitions. A pilot or crew member is visible in the cockpit in the background.
    A U.S. Navy carrier-based jet aircraft, marked with the number '102' and a U.S. military star insignia, is positioned on an aircraft carrier flight deck at dusk or dawn. Two flight deck crew members wearing helmets and flight gear are visible in the foreground, out of focus. The scene depicts standard carrier flight operations with personnel observing or directing aircraft movement.
    A military helicopter marked '703' with rotors spinning is positioned on the flight deck of a naval aircraft carrier, surrounded by deck crew in colored jerseys. At least two helicopters are visible, along with fixed-wing aircraft in the background. The scene appears to be captured during dawn or dusk based on the low ambient light conditions.
    A U.S. Navy deck crew member in red jersey and safety gear stands on an aircraft carrier flight deck in front of a military jet marked '103'. The aircraft displays a U.S. military star insignia and appears to be an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet. The scene captures active flight deck operations with multiple personnel and equipment visible in the background.
    A person wearing a green vest labeled 'MEDIA 001' and a green flight helmet is crouching on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier at sunset or sunrise. Military jet aircraft, likely F/A-18 Hornets or Super Hornets, are visible in the background on the deck. The scene depicts a media personnel embedded with a naval carrier air wing during flight operations.
    A carrier-based jet fighter, consistent with an F/A-18 Super Hornet, is captured at the moment of launch or landing on the flight deck of a naval aircraft carrier. The aircraft has its landing gear deployed and appears to be in motion, with additional aircraft visible in the background. The image is taken at dusk or dawn, with a warm-toned sky and overcast clouds providing dramatic lighting.
    A naval aviation deck crew member stands on an aircraft carrier flight deck wearing a yellow jersey, tactical vest, helmet, and goggles with arms crossed. Multiple F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet jet aircraft are visible in the background on the flight deck. The image is taken during golden hour with a dramatic sunset sky backdrop.
    A military jet aircraft is captured mid-launch or low-altitude flight above the deck of an aircraft carrier at sunset. Several additional fighter jets are parked in a row on the flight deck in the background. The golden sunset creates dramatic backlighting, silhouetting the aircraft against a warm orange and yellow sky.

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