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Caption:
Persian Gulf (June 13, 2005) -- A catapult safety observer looks to
ensure that all personnel are clear of the foul lines before attaching
the nose gear of an F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the "Blue Diamonds" of
Strike Fighter Squadron One Four Six (VFA-146), to the catapult shuttle
prior to launching from USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). The Carl Vinson
Carrier Strike Group is currently deployed conducting operations in
support of multi-national forces in Iraq and maritime security
operations in order to set the conditions for security and stability in
the region. Vinson will end its deployment with a homeport shift to
Norfolk, Va., and commence a three-year refuel and complex overhaul.
U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Inez Lawson (RELEASED)
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