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Atlantic Ocean (Apr. 13, 2005) -- A catapult shooter signals the launch of an F-14D Tomcat, assigned to the "Grim Reapers" of Fighter Squadron One Zero One (VF-101), aboard the conventionally powered aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67).  VF-101 is the U.S. Navy's sole Fleet Replacement Squadron for the F-14 Tomcat, training aircrew and maintenance personnel for the fleet. The squadron trains pilots, radar intercept officers, and enlisted personnel in the operation and employment of the F-14B/D Tomcat fighter. The Mayport, Fla., based aircraft carrier Kennedy is currently conducting scheduled carrier qualification in the Atlantic Ocean. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Joshua Karsten (RELEASED)
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Service Branch
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