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Pacific Ocean (Feb. 8, 2006) -- An F/A-18C Hornet pilot assigned to the "Blue Diamonds" of Strike Fighter Squadron One Four Six (VFA-146) gives a thumbs-up signal, indicating he is ready to launch from one of four steam powered catapults aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). Stennis is currently conducting flight deck certifications off the coast of Southern California. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Ryan J. Restvedt (RELEASED)
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Copyright Status
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Service Branch
 US Navy
Primary Equipment
 F/A-18
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