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Caption:
Pacific Ocean (Aug. 28, 2004) - An EA-6B Prowler assigned to the
"Gauntlets" of Electronic Attack Squadron One Three Six (VAQ-136), is
parked on the bow of the conventionally powered aircraft carrier USS
Kitty Hawk (CV 63) during a routine maintenance inspection. Aircraft
undergo regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety of the
aircrew and the top material condition of the aircraft. Currently
under way in the 7th Fleet Area of Responsibility, Kitty Hawk
demonstrates power projection and sea control as the U.S. Navy's only
permanently forward-deployed aircraft carrier, operating from Yokosuka,
Japan. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Jason D. Landon
(RELEASED)
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