Aircraft Launch Operations

Dynamic images of military aircraft launching from aircraft carriers, featuring F-14A Tomcat and F/A-18F Super Hornet in action over oceans.

F/A-18C Hornet USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) US Navy

An A-6E Intruder aircraft rests on the flight deck after an arrested landing aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69). The A-6E is assigned to Medium Attack Squadron 65 (VA-65). Eighth view in a series of eight. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69)

An A-7E Corsair aircraft from Attack Squadron 46 (VA-46) passes near the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69). Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

Part of a shipment of mail sits on a deck edge elevator with a pair of Attack Squadron 75 (VA-75) A-6E Intruder aircraft aboard the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) during Operation Desert Shield. Approximately 41,000 pounds of mail was delivered to the KENNEDY in this one shipment. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Red Sea

060830-N-3438B-004. Base: USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63)

221129-N-XN177-1266 SAN DIEGO (Nov. 29, 2022) - Sailors man the rails on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Nov. 29, 2022. Tripoli returned to Naval Base San Diego following the ship's maiden deployment where they operated in the U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleets in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

Flight deck crewmen watch as a Fighter Squadron 31 (VF-31) F-14A Tomcat aircraft accelerates toward the end of the deck of the aircraft carrier USS FORRESTAL (CV-59). Country: Unknown

220524-N-IL330-1065 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 24, 2022) - An F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121 lands on the flight deck of amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 24, 2022. Tripoli is conducting routine operations in U.S. 7th Fleet.

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II aircraft with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121 launches from the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7) while underway, May 23, 2022. Marines with VMFA-121, based out of Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, are conducting flight operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

An F-14A Tomcat aircraft lands on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV-63). Country: Unknown

ARABIAN SEA (May 17, 2012) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Blue Blasters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 34 launches from 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.

An Attack Squadron 95 (VA-95) KA-6D Intruder aircraft comes in for a landing on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72). Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

Various aircraft line in the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) as the vessel is underway in support of Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Red Sea

Ships assigned to the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) transit in formation during a training exercise, Oct. 13, 2022. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group is deployed in the Atlantic Ocean, conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

220817-N-XN177-2437 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 17, 2022) - An MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) takes off from amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 17, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

A squadron plane inspector watches as an F/A-18A Hornet aircraft of Strike Fighter Squadron 125 is positioned on a catapult during flight operations aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70). Behind the aircraft is a raised jet blast deflector and in the foreground is the control room for the integrated catapult control system. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

220930-N-VI910-1241 PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 30, 2022) A T-45C Goshawk training jet, assigned to the Golden Eagles” of Advanced Jet Training Squadron (VT) 22, launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet.

DN-ST-88-00175. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

230130-N-MH015-1050 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 30, 2023) An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 taxis across the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is in U.S. 7th Fleet conducting routine operations. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with Allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

DN-ST-86-11446. Base: USS Enterprise (CVN 65) Country: Indian Ocean (IOC)

DN-SC-88-06193. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

DN-SC-86-03956. Base: USS Coral Sea (CV 43) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

120903-N-WX580-247 EAST CHINA SEA (Sept. 3, 2012) Marines assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) exit a CH-53E Sea Stallion helicopter during a simulated mass casualty drill aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). The drill was conducted as a part of Amphibious Integration Training (AIT), which provides the initial opportunity for the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group to conduct operational maneuvering from sea to shore before supporting multilateral exercises, contingency operations, or humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions.

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II aircraft with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 121 lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7) while underway, May 23, 2022. Marines with VMFA-121, based out of Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, are conducting flight operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

120611-N-NB694-132ARABIAN GULF (June 11, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Kestrels of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 launches from 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 combat flight operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

111211-N-DR144-399 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 11, 2011) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 113 launches from the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are underway on a western Pacific deployment.

CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters and an AH-1J Sea Cobra helicopter parked on the forward flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS GUAM (LPH-9) during flight operations off the coast of Beirut, Lebanon. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

A left side view of an A-6 Intruder aircraft on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS MIDWAY (CV 41). An A-7 Corsair II aircraft is on the starboard elevator. Base: USS Midway (CV 41) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

120615-N-SF704-027 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 15, 2012) An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102 fires its afterburners before launching from 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, 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.

970623-N-0485L-004. Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Peleliu (LHA 5) Scene Major Command Shown: USS PELELIU AND VMA-214

230117-N-DU622-1041 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 17, 2023) An E/A-18G Growler from the Cougars of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 139 launches from the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is in U.S. 7th Fleet conducting routine operations. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with Allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

The arresting gear officer watches as an F/A-18A Hornet aircraft comes in for a landing aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69) during Fleet Ex '90. Subject Operation/Series: FLEET EX '90 Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DN-ST-88-06206. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

Sailors, assigned to the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) crash and salvage division, observe flight operations as an E/A-18G Growler, attached to the "Gray Wolves" of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 142, takes off from the flight deck, March 29, 2023. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean executing its Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX), an intense, multi-week exercise designed to fully integrate a carrier strike group as a cohesive, multi-mission fighting force and to test their ability to carry out sustained combat operations from the sea. As the first-in-class ship of Ford-class aircraft carriers, CVN 78 represents a generational leap in the U.S. Navy's capacity to project power on a global scale.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 4, 2022) An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the "Black Aces" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41, launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

DN-SC-87-05509. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69)

DN-SC-87-04761. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

220618-N-KU796-1101 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 18, 2022) An FA-18E Super Hornet, from the Blue Diamonds of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 146, launches off of the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations.

220523-N-DN159-1040 IONIAN SEA (May 23, 2022) An E-2D Hawkeye, attached to the "Seahawks" of Airborne Command and Control Squadron (VAW) 126, launches from the flight deck of USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) in support of Neptune Shield 22, May 23, 2022. Neptune Shield 22 is the natural evolution of NATO's ability to integrate the high-end maritime warfare capabilities of an Aircraft Carrier Strike Group, an Amphibious Ready Group and a Marine Expeditionary Unit to support the defense of the alliance.

220406-N-TT639-2030 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 6, 2022) - Distinguished visitors of the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Headquarters Marine Corps, 1 Marine Expeditionary Force, Commander, Expeditionary Strike Group Three (ESG-3), F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO), and Lockheed-Martin take observe flight operations aboard amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), April 6. The distinguished visitors were aboard Tripoli for a tour and to observe the U.S. Marine Corps Lightning carrier concept demonstration. The Lightning carrier concept demonstration shows Tripoli and other amphibious assault ships are capable of operating as dedicated fixed-wing carrier platforms, capable of bringing fifth generation Short Takeoff/Vertical Landing aircraft wherever they are required

A view of an E-2 Hawkeye aircraft, and F-17 Tomcat aircraft, an F-4 Phantom II aircraft, and several SH-3 King helicopters on the flight deck of the USS INDEPENDENCE (CV-62) as the aircraft carrier encounters a dense sea mist. Country: Caribbean Sea

220624-N-XN177-2353 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 24, 2022) - An F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VMFA) 121 prepares to launch from the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 24, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

A Strike Fighter Squadron 132 (VFA-132) F/A-18A Hornet aircraft is displayed on the pier prior to the decommissioning ceremony for the aircraft carrier USS Coral Sea (CV-43). The Coral Sea is being decommissioned after nearly 43 years of service. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Members of the catapult crew watch from the deck edge operator's station as an A-6E Intruder and an F/A-18C Hornet aircraft are prepared to be launched from the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67). Country: Adriatic Sea

010927-N-3560G-002. Base: Uss Kitty Hawk (CV 63)

010313-N-3228G-002. Base: USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63)

AH-1 Cobra Gunship helicopters standby for take off during an air assault rehearsal on the aircraft carrier. UH-60 Black Hawk (Blackhawk)s are in the foreground. Subject Operation/Series: RESTORE DEMOCRACY Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69)

Three AV-8A Harrier aircraft are lined up on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA-4). Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

220607-N-DU622-1088 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 7, 2022) Arleigh-Burke class destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73), approaches the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) for a refueling-at-sea. Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations.

Maintenance personnel work on F-14A Tomcat aircraft from Fighter Squadron 114 (VF-114), left, and Fighter Squadron 213 (VF-213) on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72). A Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron 135 (VAQ-135) EA-6B Prowler aircraft is at right. Country: Caribbean Sea

An F-14A Tomcat aircraft is launched from the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) during NATO exercise Display Determination '86. An E-2C Hawkeye aircraft is parked in front of a Mark 7 blast deflector. Subject Operation/Series: EXERCISE DISPLAY DETERMINATION '86 Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

Arabian Gulf, October 7, 2011 - F/A-18F Super Hornets launch simultaneously from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis. John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom and New Dawn.

An air-to-air front view of a flight of one KA-6D Intruder and three A-6E Intruder aircraft from Attack Squadron 34 (VA-34) passing over the USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69). Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

DN-SC-85-11126. Base: USS Coral Sea (CV 43) Country: Indian Ocean (IOC)

DN-ST-86-10279. Base: USS America (CV 66) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

220614-N-XN177-1151 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 14, 2022) - An F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VMFA) 121 launches from the flight deck of amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 14, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

240205-N-LM220-1199 PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 5, 2024) Sailors chock and chain an F-35C Lightning II, assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 314, on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting advanced tactical training that increases warfighting capability and tactical proficiency across all domains. Navy

DN-SC-90-04291. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

230212-N-KU796-1162 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 12, 2023) An E-2C Hawkeye from the Sun Kings of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 116 makes an arrested landing aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is in U.S. 7th Fleet conducting routine operations. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with Allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet aircraft with Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41 flies near the amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) during Valiant Shield 2022 (VS22), June 13, 2022. Exercises such as Valiant Shield allows the Indo-Pacific Command Joint Task Force the opportunity to integrate forces from all branches of service to conduct long-range, precise, lethal, and overwhelming multi-axis, multi-domain effects that demonstrate the strength and versatility of the Joint Task Force and our commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.

DN-ST-86-06154. Base: USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67)

An F-14A Tomcat aircraft from Fighter Squadron 124 (VF-124) as seen through a wide-angle lens as the crew readies the F-14A for takeoff. Base: Naval Air Station, Miramar State: California(CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A shipboard crane lifts an F/A-18 Hornet aircraft on the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72), at the pier a day before the carrier's commissioning. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A catapult officer signals to launch an A-6 Intruder aircraft from the training aircraft carrier USS LEXINGTON (AVT-16). Country: Unknown

DN-ST-89-08984. Base: USS Independence (CV 62) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

DN-ST-86-10277. Base: USS America (CV 66) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

An F-14A Tomcat aircraft of Fighter Squadron 102 (VF-102) is launched from the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71). Country: Unknown

ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 22, 2012) Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) launch a F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Wildcats of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 131. Dwight D. Eisenhower is on a scheduled deployment supporting Maritime Security Operations and Theater Security Cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

PHILIPPINE SEA (April 25, 2022) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, assigned to the Vigilantes of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 151, launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

240214-N-TY639-1002 ATLANTIC OCEAN, (Feb. 14, 2024) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to the Pukin Dogs of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143, prepares to launch from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Feb. 14, 2024. Truman is the flagship of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group and is currently underway conducting flight deck certification as part of the basic phase. Navy

060723-N-9362D-019. Base: USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

An AV-8B+ Harrier II jet aboard the Italian Navy Cavour aircraft carrier.

220824-N-TP544-1084 BALTIC SEA (Aug. 24, 2022) A U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier, attached to the 22nd MEU, takes off from the flight deck of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) Aug. 24, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd MEU, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

Mediterranean Sea, February 21, 2006 - A Sailor cleans the canopy of an F-14D Tomcat on the flight deck USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71).

A plane director signals to the pilot of a Fighter Squadron 154 (VF-154) F-14A Tomcat aircraft that has just made an arrested landing on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS CONSTELLATION (CV-64) underway during PAC Ex '89. Subject Operation/Series: PAC EX '89 Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

SEA OF JAPAN (June 1, 2017) U.S. Navy and Japan Air Self-Defense Force aircraft fly in formation over the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). The U.S. Navy and Japan Air Self-Defense Force routinely fly together to continue efforts of supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.

A T-2C Buckeye aircraft prepares to land aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69). Country: Unknown

060319-N-0119G-055. Subject Operation/Series: COMTUEX Base: USS Enterprise (CVN 65)

Left front view of a E-2C Hawkeye aircraft from Airborne Early Warning Squadron One-One-Three (VAW-113) the Black Eagles, parked aft of the island on board the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCLON (CVN 72). The LINCOLN is here to take part in Operation RIMPAC 2000. Subject Operation/Series: RIMPAC 2000 Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

NORTH ARABIAN SEA (Dec. 2, 2020) An F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Fighting Redcocks” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 22 launches off the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz, the flagship of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three critical chokepoints to the free flow of global commerce.

DN-ST-89-11024. Base: USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

A plane director signals instructions to the pilot of an F-14A Tomcat aircraft on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69). A catapult crew member is positioning the plane on the catapult. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

Two F/A-18C Hornet aircraft pass over the Aircraft Carrier USS SARATOGA (CV 60) during Operation DESERT SHIELD. The aircraft are assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron Seventy-Four (VFA-74). Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Country: Unknown

Sailors and marines onboard the USS Peleliu (LHA-5) man the rails on the flight deck as the ship leaves port; San Diego, California, United States of ...

A fire fighting party stands by aboard the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV 66) while crewman use a crane to pull an F-4 Phantom aircraft away from the ship's edge. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DN-SC-87-10661. Base: USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63)

An AV-8B+ Harrier II jet aboard the Italian Navy Cavour aircraft carrier.

980129-N-0507F-008. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS George Washington (CVN 73) Country: At Sea

ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 14, 2021) A T-45C Goshawk attached to Training Air Wing (TW) 1 lands on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) during commander, Naval Air Training Command carrier qualifications, March 14, 2021. Gerald R. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications.

An aircraft handler aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) signals to the pilot of an F/A-18 Hornet aircraft. Country: Unknown

DN-SC-87-00535. Base: USS Saratoga (CV 60) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

020204-N-1082Z-006. Base: Uss George Washington (CVN 73) Scene Major Command Shown: VRC-40 and C-2A Greyhound

060902-N-8547M-016. Base: USS Saipan (LHA 2)

DN-ST-86-00534. Base: USS Lexington (AVT 16)

Right front view of two A-7 Corsair II attack aircraft parked aboard the aircraft carrier USS CORAL SEA (CV-43). Country: Indian Ocean (IOC)

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