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An F/A-18 Hornet aircraft from Fighter Attack Squadron One Zero Five (VFA-105) launches from catapult one on the flight deck of USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75) during cyclic flight operations. Truman is on station in the Persian Gulf in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH. (Substandard image)

An F/A-18 Hornet aircraft from Fighter Attack Squadron One Zero Five (...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 H. Dwain Willis, USN Release Status: Released to... More

Aerial bow port view of the U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63) as it turns into the wind during cyclic flight operations off the coast of Australia on Aug. 18, 2006. Currently underway in the 7th Fleet area of responsibility, KITTY HAWK demonstrates power projection and sea control as the Navy's only permanently forward-deployed aircraft carrier. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST SEAMAN Stephen W. Rowe) (Released)

Aerial bow port view of the U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier USS KITTY HAWK ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Australia (AUS) Scene Camera Operator: MCSN Stephen W. Rowe, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

An F/A-18 Hornet aircraft from Fighter Attack Squadron One Zero Five (VFA-105) launches from catapult one on the flight deck of USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75) during cyclic flight operations. Truman is on station in the Persian Gulf in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH. (Substandard image)

An F/A-18 Hornet aircraft from Fighter Attack Squadron One Zero Five (...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 H. Dwain Willis, USN Release Status: Released to... More

Marines from Marine Fighting Squadron Three Twelve (VMFA 312) hand crank the wing of an F/A-18 Hornet aircraft to unload ordnance during cyclic flight operations on board USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75). Truman is on station in the Persian Gulf in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH

Marines from Marine Fighting Squadron Three Twelve (VMFA 312) hand cra...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 H. Dwain Willis, USN Release Status: Released to... More

A view from the Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier USS JOHN C. STENNIS (CVN 74) of the Arleigh Burke Class Guided Missile Destroyer USS PREBLE (DDG 88) during cyclic flight operations in the Pacific Ocean. The STENNIS and embarked Carrier Air Wing 9 are currently conducting Composite Training Unit Exercise.(U.S Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 1ST Class Johnnie Robbins) (Released)

A view from the Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier USS JOHN C. STENNIS (CVN...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) Scene Major Command Shown: USS JOHN C. STENNIS (CVN 74) Scene Camera Operator: MC1 Johnnie Robbins, USN Release Stat... More

Landing Signal Officers prepare for another safe recovery during cyclic flight operations on board the flight deck of USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75). Truman is on station in the Persian Gulf in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH

Landing Signal Officers prepare for another safe recovery during cycli...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 H. Dwain Willis, USN Release Status: Released to... More

US Navy Aviation Boatswain's Mate Third Class Richard Cambell directs an F/A-18 Hornet aircraft onto the shuttle of catapult number one during cyclic flight operations on the flight deck of USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75). Truman is on station in the Persian Gulf in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH

US Navy Aviation Boatswain's Mate Third Class Richard Cambell directs ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Scene Camera Operator: PHAN Rodger D. Schilling, USN Release Status: Releas... More

An F/A-18 Hornet aircraft from Strike Fighter Squadron One Zero Five (VFA-105) lauches from the waist of USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75) during cyclic flight operations. Truman is on station in the Persian Gulf in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH

An F/A-18 Hornet aircraft from Strike Fighter Squadron One Zero Five (...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 H. Dwain Willis, USN Release Status: Released to... More

Three U.S. Navy F/A-18C Hornet aircraft, from Strike Fighter Squadron 192, fly in formation over the Aircraft Carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63) during cyclic flight operations in the Indian Ocean on Aug. 21, 2006. The Super Hornet is an all-weather, carrier-based fighter/attack aircraft that provides Navy Carrier Strike Group with increased range, endurance and ordnance-carrying capabilities. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST SEAMAN Stephen W. Rowe) (Released)

Three U.S. Navy F/A-18C Hornet aircraft, from Strike Fighter Squadron ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Indian Ocean (IOC) Scene Camera Operator: MCSN Stephen W. Rowe, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photog... More

An F/A-18 Hornet aircraft from Marine Fighting Squadron Three Twelve (VMFA 312) launches from the waist of USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75) during cyclic flight operations. Truman is on station in the Persian Gulf in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH

An F/A-18 Hornet aircraft from Marine Fighting Squadron Three Twelve (...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 H. Dwain Willis, USN Release Status: Released to... More

An F/A-18C Hornet launches from the bow of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during cyclic flight operations.

An F/A-18C Hornet launches from the bow of the Nimitz-class aircraft c...

Atlantic Ocean (Jul. 14, 2005) An F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the "Bulls" of Strike Fighter Squadron Three Seven (VFA 37), launches from the bow of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)... More

Pilots and squadron personnel prepare their F/A-18E/F Super Hornet aircraft for cyclic flight operations on the flight deck aboard the conventionally powered aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63).

Pilots and squadron personnel prepare their F/A-18E/F Super Hornet air...

South China Sea (Nov. 30, 2005) Pilots and squadron personnel prepare their F/A-18E/F Super Hornet aircraft for cyclic flight operations on the flight deck aboard the conventionally powered aircraft carrier USS... More

060807-N-6106R-140 (Aug. 7, 2006)Onboard the flight deck of the US Navy (USN) Aircraft Carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63), a USN F/A-18E Super Hornet aircraft from Strike Fighter Squadron 27 (VFA-27) launches from the No. 2 catapult, during cyclic flight operations. The KITTY HAWK is currently underway in the Indian Ocean in the 7th Fleet's area of responsibility, demonstrating power projection and sea control as the US Navy's only permanently forward-deployed aircraft carrier. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST SEAMAN Stephen W. Rowe (RELEASED)

060807-N-6106R-140 (Aug. 7, 2006)Onboard the flight deck of the US Nav...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) Country: Indian Ocean (IOC) Scene Camera Operator: MCSN Stephen W. Rowe, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined M... More

Aerial port stern view of the U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63) as it prepares to commence cyclic flight operations off the coast of Australia on Aug. 18, 2006. Currently underway in the 7th Fleet area of responsibility, KITTY HAWK demonstrates power projection and sea control as the Navy's only permanently forward-deployed aircraft carrier. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST SEAMAN Stephen W. Rowe) (Released)

Aerial port stern view of the U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier USS KITTY HAW...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Australia (AUS) Scene Camera Operator: MCSN Stephen W. Rowe, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

Three U.S. Navy F/A-18C Hornet aircraft, from Strike Fighter Squadron 192, fly in formation over the Aircraft Carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63) during cyclic flight operations in the Indian Ocean on Aug. 21, 2006. The Super Hornet is an all-weather, carrier-based fighter/attack aircraft that provides Navy Carrier Strike Group with increased range, endurance and ordnance-carrying capabilities.  (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST SEAMAN Stephen W. Rowe) (Released)

Three U.S. Navy F/A-18C Hornet aircraft, from Strike Fighter Squadron ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Indian Ocean (IOC) Scene Camera Operator: MCSN Stephen W. Rowe, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photog... More

A U.S. Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet multi-mission fighter assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 27, launches off the flight deck aboard the Aircraft Carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63) during cyclic flight operations in the Philippine Sea, Dec. 4, 2006. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 3rd Class Jarod Hodge) (Released)

A U.S. Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet multi-mission fighter assigned to Str...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Philippine Sea Scene Camera Operator: MC3 Jarod Hodge, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

US Navy Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handler) Air Warfare Byron Coleman awaits his next customer during cyclic flight operations on the flight deck of USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75). Truman is on station in the Persian Gulf in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH

US Navy Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handler) Air Warfare Byron Coleman ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 H. Dwain Willis, USN Release Status: Released to... More

An F/A-18C Hornet makes an arrested landing on the flight deck of USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) during cyclic flight operations.

An F/A-18C Hornet makes an arrested landing on the flight deck of USS ...

Pacific Ocean (Nov. 16, 2006) An F/A-18C Hornet makes an arrested landing on the flight deck of USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) during cyclic flight operations. The Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier is c... More

Weight board operators look on as cyclic flight operations are conducted on the flight deck.

Weight board operators look on as cyclic flight operations are conduct...

Pacific Ocean (Nov. 01, 2005) Weight board operators look on as cyclic flight operations are conducted on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Reagan is currently und... More

Sailors prepare the flight deck for aircraft recovery during cyclic flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (Ike).

Sailors prepare the flight deck for aircraft recovery during cyclic fl...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Apr. 03, 2017) Sailors prepare the flight deck for aircraft recovery during cyclic flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (Ike). Ike and its carrier stri... More

A catapult shooter gives the signal to launch an F/A-18F Super Hornet.

A catapult shooter gives the signal to launch an F/A-18F Super Hornet.

Pacific Ocean (Nov. 29, 2005) A catapult shooter gives the signal to launch an F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadron One Zero Two (VFA-102), off the flight deck of the co... More

During a break between cyclic flight operations, aviation boatswain�s mates update their notes in the flight control room aboard USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76).

During a break between cyclic flight operations, aviation boatswain�s ...

Pacific Ocean (Nov. 16, 2006) During a break between cyclic flight operations, aviation boatswains mates update their notes in the flight control room aboard USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). The Nimitz-class nuclear... More

A landing signal officer (LSO) observes an F/A-18C Hornet as it prepares to land on the flight deck.

A landing signal officer (LSO) observes an F/A-18C Hornet as it prepar...

Pacific Ocean (Nov. 28, 2005) A landing signal officer (LSO) observes an F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the "Dambusters" of Strike Fighter Squadron One Nine Five (VFA-195), as it prepares to land on the flight dec... More

On the flight deck of USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), aircraft handlers work in concert with one another to safely and expeditiously move aircraft during cyclic flight operations.

On the flight deck of USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), aircraft handlers wo...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Mar. 15, 2007) On the flight deck of USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), aircraft handlers work in concert with one another to safely and expeditiously move aircraft during cyclic flight operations. Care... More

Catapult shooters signal to launch an E-2C Hawkeye.

Catapult shooters signal to launch an E-2C Hawkeye.

Pacific Ocean (Nov. 29, 2005) Catapult shooters signal to launch an E-2C Hawkeye, assigned to the Liberty Bells of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron One One Five (VAW-115), off the flight deck of the conv... More

Pilots from Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron One One Five (VAW-115) watch as an E-2C Hawkeye conducts a fly over during cyclic flight operations on board USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63).

Pilots from Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron One One Five (VAW-...

Pacific Ocean (Jul. 16, 2006) Pilots from Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron One One Five (VAW-115) watch as an E-2C Hawkeye conducts a fly over during cyclic flight operations on board USS Kitty Hawk (CV ... More

Flight deck Sailors tow an F/A-18E Super Hornet across the flight deck of USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) prior to cyclic flight operations.

Flight deck Sailors tow an F/A-18E Super Hornet across the flight deck...

South China Sea (Oct. 27, 2006) Flight deck Sailors tow an F/A-18E Super Hornet across the flight deck of USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) prior to cyclic flight operations. Kitty Hawk typically conducts flight operation... More

An F/A-18F Super Hornet lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) while conducting cyclic flight operations.

An F/A-18F Super Hornet lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterpri...

ARABIAN SEA (Mar. 21, 2011) An F/A-18F Super Hornet lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) while conducting cyclic flight operations. Enterprise and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 are conducting cl... More

An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron Two Seven (VFA-72) launches off the flight deck of USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) during cyclic flight operations

An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron Two Seven ...

Philippine Sea (Dec. 04, 2006) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron Two Seven (VFA-72) launches off the flight deck of USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) during cyclic flight operations. VFA-27, whic... More

Ens. Derrick Ingle explains cyclic flight operations to officers from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force on the ship's flight deck during their visit to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Ens. Derrick Ingle explains cyclic flight operations to officers from ...

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Dec. 14, 2011) Ens. Derrick Ingle explains cyclic flight operations to officers from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force on the ship's flight deck during their visit to the Nimitz-class aircraft c... More

Flight Deck Officer, Lt. Adrian Turner, monitors the movement of flight deck personnel from the nose of an F/A-18C Hornet during cyclic flight operations.

Flight Deck Officer, Lt. Adrian Turner, monitors the movement of fligh...

Pacific Ocean (Nov. 03, 2005) Flight Deck Officer, Lt. Adrian Turner, monitors the movement of flight deck personnel from the nose of an F/A-18C Hornet during cyclic flight operations aboard the conventionally ... More

The conventionally-powered aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) prepares to commence cyclic flight operations while operating off the coast of Australia.

The conventionally-powered aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) pre...

Indian Ocean (Aug. 18, 2006) The conventionally-powered aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) prepares to commence cyclic flight operations while operating off the coast of Australia. Currently under way in t... More

A shooter launches an F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron One Nine Two (VFA-192), off the flight deck of USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) during nighttime cyclic flight operations.

A shooter launches an F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to Strike Fighter Squad...

South China Sea (Oct. 27, 2006) A shooter launches an F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron One Nine Two (VFA-192), off the flight deck of USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) during nighttime cyclic flight ope... More

The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) navigates in the Atlantic Ocean during integrated French and American carrier qualifications and cyclic flight operations.

The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) navigates in the ...

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jul. 23, 2008) The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) navigates in the Atlantic Ocean during integrated French and American carrier qualifications and cyclic flight operations. The... More

An F/A-18F Super Hornet lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) while conducting cyclic flight operations.

An F/A-18F Super Hornet lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterpri...

ARABIAN SEA (Mar. 21, 2011) An F/A-18F Super Hornet lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) while conducting cyclic flight operations. Enterprise and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 are conducting cl... More

An F/A-18 Hornet prepares to make an arrested landing on the flight deck aboard the conventionally-powered aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) during cyclic flight operations.

An F/A-18 Hornet prepares to make an arrested landing on the flight de...

Indian Ocean (Aug. 18, 2006) An F/A-18 Hornet prepares to make an arrested landing on the flight deck aboard the conventionally-powered aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) during cyclic flight operations. C... More

An EA-6B Prowler prepares to land on the flight deck of the conventionally powered aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63).

An EA-6B Prowler prepares to land on the flight deck of the convention...

Pacific Ocean (Nov. 28, 2005) An EA-6B Prowler, assigned to the Gauntlets of Electronic Attack Squadron One Three Six (VAQ-136), prepares to land on the flight deck of the conventionally powered aircraft carrie... More

Aviation Boatswain's Mates refuel Carrier Air Wing Five (CVW-5) F/A-18 Hornets during cyclic flight operations.

Aviation Boatswain's Mates refuel Carrier Air Wing Five (CVW-5) F/A-18...

Pacific Ocean (Jul. 11, 2006) Aviation Boatswain's Mates refuel Carrier Air Wing Five (CVW-5) F/A-18 Hornets during cyclic flight operations aboard the conventionally powered aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV... More

The Arleigh-Burke class guided missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88) transit beside next to the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) while performing plane guard during cyclic flight operations.

The Arleigh-Burke class guided missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88) t...

Pacific Ocean (Oct. 02, 2006) The Arleigh-Burke class guided missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88) transit beside next to the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) while performing plane... More

Aviation ordnancemen assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195 attach a missile to the wing of an F/A-18C Hornet strike fighter before cyclic flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63).

Aviation ordnancemen assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195 att...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Apr. 21, 2008) Aviation ordnancemen assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195 attach a missile to the wing of an F/A-18C Hornet strike fighter before cyclic flight operations aboard the aircr... More

Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Rowel Delacruz waits for cyclic flight operations to begin aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63).

Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Rowel Delacruz waits for cyc...

PACIFIC OCEAN (Apr. 21, 2008) Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Rowel Delacruz waits for cyclic flight operations to begin aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63). During cyclic flight opera... More

An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Checkmates of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211 prepares to launch from catapult three during cyclic flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65).

An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Checkmates of Strike Fighter S...

RED SEA (Mar. 07, 2011) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Checkmates of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211 prepares to launch from catapult three during cyclic flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier... More

Plane Guard refuels on flight deck CVN 74

Plane Guard refuels on flight deck CVN 74

At sea aboard USS John C. Stennis An SH-60F "Sea Hawk" assigned to the "Eightballers" of Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron Eight (HS-8) refuels on the flight deck between cyclic flight operations. Referred to ... More

An Aviation Ordnanceman checks a AIM-9X Captive Air Training Missile (CATM) for stability.

An Aviation Ordnanceman checks a AIM-9X Captive Air Training Missile (...

Pacific Ocean (Nov. 28, 2005) An Aviation Ordnanceman assigned to the "Golden Dragons" of Strike Fighter Squadron One Nine Two (VFA-192), checks a AIM-9X Captive Air Training Missile (CATM) for stability before... More

A landing signal enlistedman (LSE) guides an HH-60H Seahawk safely onto the flight deck at the conclusion of cyclic flight operations aboard USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70).

A landing signal enlistedman (LSE) guides an HH-60H Seahawk safely ont...

Persian Gulf (Mar. 24, 2005) A landing signal enlistedman (LSE) guides an HH-60H Seahawk, assigned to the "Eightballers" of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Eight (HS-8), safely onto the flight deck at the co... More

Aircraft maintainers prepare an F/A-18E Super Hornet for the next event as cyclic flight operations are conducted.

Aircraft maintainers prepare an F/A-18E Super Hornet for the next even...

Pacific Ocean (Dec. 12, 2005) Aircraft maintainers assigned to the "Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron One One Five (VFA-115), prepare an F/A-18E Super Hornet for the next event as cyclic flight operations are c... More

The conventionally-powered aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) prepares for cyclic flight operations following a transit past Iwo Jima Island.

The conventionally-powered aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) pre...

Pacific Ocean (Jul. 13, 2006) The conventionally-powered aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) prepares for cyclic flight operations following a transit past Iwo Jima Island. Iwo Jima was strategically import... More

An aircraft director guides and F/A-18C Hornet across the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) during cyclic flight operations.

An aircraft director guides and F/A-18C Hornet across the flight deck ...

Pacific Ocean (Jul. 20, 2006) An aircraft director guides and F/A-18C Hornet across the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) during cyclic flight operations. Lincolns Ca... More

 An F/A-18E Super Hornet from Strike Fighter Squadron Two Seven (VFA-27) launches off catapult two aboard USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) during cyclic flight operations.

An F/A-18E Super Hornet from Strike Fighter Squadron Two Seven (VFA-2...

Indian Ocean (Aug. 07, 2006) An F/A-18E Super Hornet from Strike Fighter Squadron Two Seven (VFA-27) launches off catapult two aboard USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) during cyclic flight operations. Kitty Hawk typically... More