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Caption:
Atlantic Ocean (April 19, 2005) -- Crewmembers aboard the Nimitz-class
aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) spell out "IKE IS
BACK" on the ship's flight deck, celebrating the carrier's successful
return to the fleet following a four-year mid-life refueling complex
overhaul. During the $2.5 billion overhaul, the 27-year-old aircraft
carrier received state-of-the art equipment and technology, enabling
her to serve for another 25 years. Eisenhower is currently underway
conducting routine carrier operations in preparation for fulfilling her
role in the Navy's Fleet Response Plan (FRP). U.S. Navy photo by Chief
Photographer's Mate Benjamin Olvey (RELEASED)
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