Caption:
Naval Air Station Sigonella, Sicily (Mar. 24, 2003) -- Aviation
Mechanics from the "Gray Wolves" of Electronic Attack Squadron One
Forty Two (VAQ-142) work on an EA-6B Prowler from Electronic Attack
Squadron One Thirty Two (VAQ-132). The EA-6B made an emergency landing
following a blowdown of the landing gear. A blowdown is a forced
release of nitrogen to lower landing gear in the case of an
emergency. The Naval Air Station provides logistical support for
all Sixth Fleet and NATO forces in the Mediterranean Sea. U.S.
Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Damon J. Moritz. (RELEASED)
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