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F/A-18E-F Super Hornet

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ARABIAN SEA (Sept. 26, 2012) An aircraft director signals to the pilot of an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Checkmates of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211 aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jared King/Released)
ARABIAN SEA (Sept. 26, 2012) An aircraft director signals to the pilot of an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Checkmates of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211 aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jared King/Released)
U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Sept. 25, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Jolly Rogers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103 lands aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sabrina Fine/Released)
U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Sept. 25, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Jolly Rogers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103 lands aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sabrina Fine/Released)
ARABIAN SEA (Sept. 21, 2012) Aviation Electrician's Mate 3rd Class Wesley Brewer, assigned to the Knighthawks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 136, stands slot-check watch as an F/A-18E Super Hornet launches from the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released)
ARABIAN SEA (Sept. 21, 2012) Aviation Electrician's Mate 3rd Class Wesley Brewer, assigned to the Knighthawks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 136, stands slot-check watch as an F/A-18E Super Hornet launches from the flight deck of aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released)
U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Sept. 23, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Pukin Dogs of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143 prepares to launch from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sabrina Fine/Released)
U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Sept. 23, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Pukin Dogs of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143 prepares to launch from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sabrina Fine/Released)
U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Sept. 19, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Jolly Rogers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan D. McLearnon/Released)
U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Sept. 19, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Jolly Rogers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan D. McLearnon/Released)
U.S. 5th FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Sept. 13, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Jolly Rogers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103 lands aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sabrina Fine/Released)
U.S. 5th FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Sept. 13, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Jolly Rogers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103 lands aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sabrina Fine/Released)
PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 8, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 2nd Class Ben Shaw, from Louisville, Ky., launches an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during flight operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Brian H. Abel/Released)
PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 8, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 2nd Class Ben Shaw, from Louisville, Ky., launches an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during flight operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Brian H. Abel/Released)
PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 8, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 2nd Class Ben Shaw, from Louisville, Ky., launches an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during flight operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Brian H. Abel/Released)
PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 8, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 2nd Class Ben Shaw, from Louisville, Ky., launches an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during flight operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Brian H. Abel/Released)
<p> PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 10, 2012) Aviation boatswain's mates (handling) transport F/A-18F Super Hornets to the hangar bay aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Brian H. Abel/Released)</p>

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 10, 2012) Aviation boatswain's mates (handling) transport F/A-18F Super Hornets to the hangar bay aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Brian H. Abel/Released)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 8, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 3rd Class James Johnstone, from Panama City, Fla., runs clear of an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Dambusters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195 on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Brian H. Abel/Released)
PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 8, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 3rd Class James Johnstone, from Panama City, Fla., runs clear of an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Dambusters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195 on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Brian H. Abel/Released)
PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 2, 2012) Vice Adm. Allen Myers, commander of Naval Air Forces, completes his last trap aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) in an F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Black Aces of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41. John C. Stennis will be returning to the U.S. 7th and 5th Fleet areas of responsibility four months ahead of schedule in order to maintain combatant commander requirements for the presence in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)
PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 2, 2012) Vice Adm. Allen Myers, commander of Naval Air Forces, completes his last trap aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) in an F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Black Aces of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41. John C. Stennis will be returning to the U.S. 7th and 5th Fleet areas of responsibility four months ahead of schedule in order to maintain combatant commander requirements for the presence in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)
<p> PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 3, 2012) Shooters assigned to the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 give the signal to launch an F/A-18F Super Hornet from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during flight operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class William Pittman/Released)</p>

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 3, 2012) Shooters assigned to the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 give the signal to launch an F/A-18F Super Hornet from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during flight operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class William Pittman/Released)

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 31, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Curran Gause, from Grand Forks, N.D., directs a F/A-18E Super Hornet from the 'Royal Maces' of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 27 aboard the flight deck of the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Ricardo R. Guzman/Released)
PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 31, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Curran Gause, from Grand Forks, N.D., directs a F/A-18E Super Hornet from the 'Royal Maces' of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 27 aboard the flight deck of the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Ricardo R. Guzman/Released)
PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 21, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 conducts an arrested landing aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during carrier qualifications. George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Brian H. Abel/Released)
PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 21, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 conducts an arrested landing aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during carrier qualifications. George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Brian H. Abel/Released)
ARABIAN SEA (Aug. 20, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Jolly Rogers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103 launches from the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan D. McLearnon/Released)
ARABIAN SEA (Aug. 20, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Jolly Rogers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103 launches from the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan D. McLearnon/Released)
U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (Aug. 16, 2012) Cmdr. Daniel Sullivan, the outgoing commanding officer of the Red Rippers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11, sits on the flight deck in an F/A-18F Super Hornet in preparation for an aerial change of command above the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jared King/Released)
U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (Aug. 16, 2012) Cmdr. Daniel Sullivan, the outgoing commanding officer of the Red Rippers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11, sits on the flight deck in an F/A-18F Super Hornet in preparation for an aerial change of command above the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jared King/Released)
ARABIAN SEA (Aug. 9, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Jolly Rogers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103 prepares to launch from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice John Haynes/Released)
ARABIAN SEA (Aug. 9, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Jolly Rogers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103 prepares to launch from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice John Haynes/Released)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 6, 2012) An F/A-18 Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 breaks the sound barrier during an air power demonstration above the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln is returning to the United States after the completion of an eight-month change-of-homeport deployment during which it operated in the U.S. 5th, 6th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Seaman Phylicia A. Sorenson/Released)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 6, 2012) An F/A-18 Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 breaks the sound barrier during an air power demonstration above the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln is returning to the United States after the completion of an eight-month change-of-homeport deployment during which it operated in the U.S. 5th, 6th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Seaman Phylicia A. Sorenson/Released)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 2, 2012) F/A-18F Super Hornets assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 perform a mid-air refueling above the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln during an air power demonstration. Lincoln is en route to the United States to complete an eight-month change-of-homeport deployment during which it operated in the U.S. 5th, 6th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Zachary A. Anderson/Released)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 2, 2012) F/A-18F Super Hornets assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 perform a mid-air refueling above the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln during an air power demonstration. Lincoln is en route to the United States to complete an eight-month change-of-homeport deployment during which it operated in the U.S. 5th, 6th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Zachary A. Anderson/Released)
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 25, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 prepares to land on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln is on a regularly scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Joshua E. Walters/Released)
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 25, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 prepares to land on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln is on a regularly scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Joshua E. Walters/Released)
ARABIAN SEA (July 18, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Knighthawks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 136 prepares to make an arrested landing aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 5th fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jared King/Released)
ARABIAN SEA (July 18, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Knighthawks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 136 prepares to make an arrested landing aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 5th fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jared King/Released)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 18, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Gunslingers of Fighter Attack Squadron (VFA) 105 lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman is underway conducting flight deck certification. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tyler Caswell/Released)
ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 18, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Gunslingers of Fighter Attack Squadron (VFA) 105 lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman is underway conducting flight deck certification. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tyler Caswell/Released)
ARABIAN SEA (July 11, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Brenton G. Poyser/Released)
ARABIAN SEA (July 11, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Brenton G. Poyser/Released)
ARABIAN SEA (July 10, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 takes off from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Carlos M. Vazquez II/Released)
ARABIAN SEA (July 10, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 takes off from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Carlos M. Vazquez II/Released)
PACIFIC OCEAN (June 28, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 154 launches off of the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) during launch and recovery operations. Nimitz is underway conducting carrier qualifications in preparation for Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012, the world's largest international maritime exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dustin W. Sisco/released)
PACIFIC OCEAN (June 28, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 154 launches off of the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) during launch and recovery operations. Nimitz is underway conducting carrier qualifications in preparation for Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012, the world's largest international maritime exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dustin W. Sisco/released)
<p> 120530-N-SK590-078 ARABIAN SEA (May 30, 2012) A shooter signals the launch of an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tim D. Godbee/Released)<br />  </p>

120530-N-SK590-078 ARABIAN SEA (May 30, 2012) A shooter signals the launch of an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Tim D. Godbee/Released)
 

120530-N-WD757-114 ARABIAN SEA (May 30, 2012) An aviation boatswain's mate signals to an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Carlos M. Vazquez II/Released)
120530-N-WD757-114 ARABIAN SEA (May 30, 2012) An aviation boatswain's mate signals to an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Carlos M. Vazquez II/Released)
120529-N-ZT599-054 PHILIPPINE SEA (May 29, 2012) An F/A-18E Hornet from the
120529-N-ZT599-054 PHILIPPINE SEA (May 29, 2012) An F/A-18E Hornet from the "Eagles" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 lands aboard the forward deployed Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington departed Fleet Activities Yokosuka on May 26 to begin its 2012 patrol. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Brian H. Abel/Released)
120527-N-TX154-248 PHILIPPINE SEA (May 27, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Francine Castellanos, from West Covina, Calif., directs an F/A-18E Super Hornet onto the catapult during flight operations aboard the forward deployed Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington departed Fleet Activities Yokosuka on May 26 to begin its 2012 patrol. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Paul Kelly/Released)
120527-N-TX154-248 PHILIPPINE SEA (May 27, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Francine Castellanos, from West Covina, Calif., directs an F/A-18E Super Hornet onto the catapult during flight operations aboard the forward deployed Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington departed Fleet Activities Yokosuka on May 26 to begin its 2012 patrol. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Paul Kelly/Released)
120527-N-TX154-110 PHILIPPINE SEA (May 27, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the
120527-N-TX154-110 PHILIPPINE SEA (May 27, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the "Dambusters" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 27 launches from the forward deployed Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington departed Fleet Activities Yokosuka on May 26 to begin its 2012 patrol. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Paul Kelly/Released)
120526-N-ZT599-154 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 26, 2012) F/A-18E Super Hornets and EA-18G Growlers from Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5 stand by on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington departed its homeport of Fleet Activities Yokosuka on May 26 to begin its 2012 patrol. George Washington and its embarked air wing, CVW-5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Brian H. Abel/Released)
120526-N-ZT599-154 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 26, 2012) F/A-18E Super Hornets and EA-18G Growlers from Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5 stand by on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington departed its homeport of Fleet Activities Yokosuka on May 26 to begin its 2012 patrol. George Washington and its embarked air wing, CVW-5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Brian H. Abel/Released)
120514-N-YX169-035 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 14, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Puking Dogs of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143 launches from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower, the flagship for Carrier Strike Group 8, is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released)
120514-N-YX169-035 ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 14, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Puking Dogs of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143 launches from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower, the flagship for Carrier Strike Group 8, is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released)
120508-N-GA424-180 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 8, 2012) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) direct an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Argonauts of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147 into position in preparation to launch from the flight deck during flight operations. Nimitz is conducting carrier qualifications off the coast of southern California. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jacquelyn D. Childs/Released)
120508-N-GA424-180 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 8, 2012) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) direct an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Argonauts of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147 into position in preparation to launch from the flight deck during flight operations. Nimitz is conducting carrier qualifications off the coast of southern California. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jacquelyn D. Childs/Released)
120506-N-ZI635-168 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 6, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 22 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman George M. Bell/Released)
120506-N-ZI635-168 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 6, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 22 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman George M. Bell/Released)
120426-N-SR846-129 ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 26, 2012) A Sailor prepares an F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Jolly Rogers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103 for a catapult launch on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower, the flagship for Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 8, is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Rob Rupp/Released)
120426-N-SR846-129 ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 26, 2012) A Sailor prepares an F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Jolly Rogers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103 for a catapult launch on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower, the flagship for Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 8, is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Rob Rupp/Released)
120410-N-FI736-020 ARABIAN SEA (April 10, 2012) Lt. Patrick O'Neill, flight deck shooter aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65), directs the launch of an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Checkmates of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211. Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released)
120410-N-FI736-020 ARABIAN SEA (April 10, 2012) Lt. Patrick O'Neill, flight deck shooter aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65), directs the launch of an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Checkmates of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 211. Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released)
120404-N-JL826-003 SUEZ CANAL (April 4, 2012) A Sailor covers an F/A-18E Super Hornet cockpit aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) in preparation for a Suez Canal transit. Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and air-support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brooks B. Patton Jr./Released)
120404-N-JL826-003 SUEZ CANAL (April 4, 2012) A Sailor covers an F/A-18E Super Hornet cockpit aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) in preparation for a Suez Canal transit. Enterprise is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and air-support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brooks B. Patton Jr./Released)
120410-N-KQ416-013 ARABIAN SEA (April 10, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 prepares to land on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Zachary S. Welch/Released)
120410-N-KQ416-013 ARABIAN SEA (April 10, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 prepares to land on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Zachary S. Welch/Released)
120411-N-DR144-778 INDIAN OCEAN (April 11, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 22 recovers aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed participating in the Malabar Exercise with ships and aircraft from the Indian navy. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James R. Evans/Released)
120411-N-DR144-778 INDIAN OCEAN (April 11, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 22 recovers aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed participating in the Malabar Exercise with ships and aircraft from the Indian navy. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James R. Evans/Released)
120402-N-RG587-233 ARABIAN SEA (April 2, 2012) Flight deck officer Lt. Reynaldo Stanley watches as an F/A-18F Super Hornet launches from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Dean M. Cates/Released)
120402-N-RG587-233 ARABIAN SEA (April 2, 2012) Flight deck officer Lt. Reynaldo Stanley watches as an F/A-18F Super Hornet launches from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Dean M. Cates/Released)
120326-N-YB753-032 ARABIAN SEA (March 26, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 traps the arresting wire on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Morales/Released)
120326-N-YB753-032 ARABIAN SEA (March 26, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 traps the arresting wire on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Morales/Released)
120318-N-DH811-092 ARABIAN GULF (March 18, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 prepares to land on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Benjamin T. Liston/Released)
120318-N-DH811-092 ARABIAN GULF (March 18, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 prepares to land on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Benjamin T. Liston/Released)
120306-N-KQ416-260 ARABIAN SEA (March 6, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 prepares to land on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Zachary S. Welch/Released)
120306-N-KQ416-260 ARABIAN SEA (March 6, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 prepares to land on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Zachary S. Welch/Released)
120305-N-YB753-034 ARABIAN SEA (March 5, 2012) Lt. David Flowers, from Bernie, Mo., signals the launch of an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Morales/Released)
120305-N-YB753-034 ARABIAN SEA (March 5, 2012) Lt. David Flowers, from Bernie, Mo., signals the launch of an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Morales/Released)
120305-N-YB753-030 ARABIAN SEA (March 5, 2012) Lt. David Flowers, from Bernie, Mo., signals the launch of an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Morales/Released)
120305-N-YB753-030 ARABIAN SEA (March 5, 2012) Lt. David Flowers, from Bernie, Mo., signals the launch of an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Morales/Released)
120305-N-YB753-018 ARABIAN SEA (March 5, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Derrick Williams directs an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Morales/Released)
120305-N-YB753-018 ARABIAN SEA (March 5, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Derrick Williams directs an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brian Morales/Released)
120112-N-VV898-060 PATUXENT RIVER, Md. (Jan. 12, 2011) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Salty Dogs of Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23 conducts a captive carry flight test of an AGM-88E Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile (AARGM) at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Md. (U.S. Navy photo by Greg L. Davis/Released)
120112-N-VV898-060 PATUXENT RIVER, Md. (Jan. 12, 2011) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Salty Dogs of Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23 conducts a captive carry flight test of an AGM-88E Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile (AARGM) at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Md. (U.S. Navy photo by Greg L. Davis/Released)
120112-N-VV898-048 PATUXENT RIVER, Md. (Jan. 12, 2011) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Salty Dogs of Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23 conducts a captive carry flight test of an AGM-88E Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile (AARGM) at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Md. (U.S. Navy photo by Greg L. Davis/Released)
120112-N-VV898-048 PATUXENT RIVER, Md. (Jan. 12, 2011) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Salty Dogs of Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23 conducts a captive carry flight test of an AGM-88E Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile (AARGM) at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Md. (U.S. Navy photo by Greg L. Davis/Released)
120225-N-VO377-326 ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 25, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 flies in a holding pattern above the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan P. Idle/Released)
120225-N-VO377-326 ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 25, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Bounty Hunters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 2 flies in a holding pattern above the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan P. Idle/Released)
120225-N-DR144-057 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 25, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet flown by Lt. j.g. Christopher Montague and Cmdr. Fernando Garcia, left, and an F/A-18F Super Hornet flown by Lt. Cmdr. Warren Tomlinson and Lt. j.g. Josh Raymond, right, all assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 22, enter the landing pattern over the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James R. Evans/Released)
120225-N-DR144-057 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 25, 2012) An F/A-18F Super Hornet flown by Lt. j.g. Christopher Montague and Cmdr. Fernando Garcia, left, and an F/A-18F Super Hornet flown by Lt. Cmdr. Warren Tomlinson and Lt. j.g. Josh Raymond, right, all assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 22, enter the landing pattern over the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James R. Evans/Released)