Caption:
Pacific Ocean (Nov. 14, 2006) -- An F/A-18C Hornet from the "Death
Rattlers" of Fighter Attack Squadron Three Two Three (VMFA-323)
prepares to launch from the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft
carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). Serving as the flagship for
Commander, Carrier Strike Group Three (CSG3), Stennis is currently
participating in Joint Task Force Exercise (JTFEX). JTFEX is the 3rd
at-sea phase of the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group's
(JCSSG) pre-deployment training cycle. U.S. Navy photo by Mass
Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ron Reeves (RELEASED)
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