220521-N-JO823-1020 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 21, 2022) Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Thomas Spring, assigned to the Diamondbacks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 102, a native of Pineville, Texas, straightens a ratchet strap to tie down spare tires of an F/A-18F Super Hornet in the hangar bay of the U.S. Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan and Carrier Air Wing (CAG) 5 are conducting carrier qualifications to certify the ship and embarked squadrons are fully capable for at sea flight operations. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Natasha ChevalierLosada)
Date Taken: | 05.21.2022 |
Date Posted: | 05.21.2022 20:33 |
Photo ID: | 7226600 |
VIRIN: | 220521-N-JO823-1020 |
Resolution: | 5779x4419 |
Size: | 929.37 KB |
Location: | PACIFIC OCEAN |
Web Views: | 64 |
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