Flight ops on the USS Nimitz [Image 9 of 12]

USS NIMITZ, AT SEA

11.30.1999

Courtesy Photo

U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet           

Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate Equipment Andre Walton checks to make sure the launch bar is securely fastened on the catapult before signaling to launch the F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the "Sunliners" of Fighter Attack Squadron (VFA) 81 aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group and embarked Carrier Air Wing 11 are deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet conducting Maritime Security Operations and supporting troops participation in Operation Enduring Freedom.

• Date Taken: 11.30.1999
• Date Posted: 05.14.2007 11:05
• Photo ID: 44417
• VIRIN: 070511-N-4420S-223
• Resolution: 2464x1632
• Size: 1.48 MB
• Location: USS NIMITZ, AT SEA