Aircraft Launch Operations

Dynamic images of military aircraft launching from aircraft carriers, featuring F-14A Tomcat and F/A-18F Super Hornet in action over oceans.

F/A-18C Hornet USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) US Navy

060415-N-9898L-034. Base: USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

An F-14A Tomcat aircraft is launched from the aircraft carrier USS AMERICA (CV-66) during the joint service Exercise Ocean Venture '93. Subject Operation/Series: OCEAN VENTURE '93 Base: USS America (CV 66) State: Puerto Rico (PR) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Fighter Squadron 74 (VF-74) F-14A Tomcat aircraft taxi on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) as other Tomcats are launched during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: USS Saratoga(CV 60)

A Fighter Squadron 114 (VF-114) F-14A Tomcat aircraft nears the edge of the flight deck as it is launched from the No. 3 catapult aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72). The LINCOLN is underway off the coast of Argentina. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 8, 2017) An F/A-18F Super Hornet attached to the "Blacklions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213 launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) to conduct flight operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests.

A right front view of an F/A-18A Hornet aircraft of Fighter Attack Squadron 25 (VFA-25) as it lands aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ENTERPRISE (CVN 65) during recovery operations. The aircraft has a low visibility paint scheme. An EA-6B Prowler aircraft and an SH-3 Sea King helicopter are visible in the background. Base: USS Enterprise (CVN 65) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

220601-N-YQ181-1260 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 1, 2022) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Eagles of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 launches from the flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). 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.

DN-SC-87-06165. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69)

A Fighter Squadron 14 (VF-14) F-14A Tomcat aircraft takes off from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67 during Fleet Ex 1-90. A-7E Corsair II aircraft from Attack Squadron 46 (VA-46) and Attack Squadron 72 (VA-72) are parked on the flight deck. The Corsair on the extreme left is equipped with Tactical Air Reconnaissance Pods (TARPS). Subject Operation/Series: FLEET EX 1-90 Base: USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

F/A-18C Hornet USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) US Navy

ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 4, 2017) An aircraft launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68), Oct. 4, 2017, in the Arabian Gulf. Nimitz is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. While in this region, the ship and strike group are conducting maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners, preserve freedom of navigation, and maintain the free flow of commerce.

DN-SC-86-05702. Base: USS Saratoga (CV 60) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 11, 2020) F/A-18F Super Hornets assigned to the Red Rippers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11 launch from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) in the Arabian Sea, Feb. 11, 2020. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points.

DN-SC-90-03802. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

ARABIAN GULF (July 1, 2014) An F/A-18F Super Hornet attached to the Fighting Black Lions of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213 veers left as Sailors prepare to launch an EA-6B Prowler attached to the Garudas of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134 from the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

230403-N-EL850-2166 IONIAN SEA (April 3, 2023) An F/A-18E Super Hornet aircraft, attached to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 136, lands on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), April 3, 2023. Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 is the offensive air and strike component of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 10 and the George H.W. Bush CSG. The squadrons of CVW-7 are VFA-143, VFA-103, VFA-86, VFA-136, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5, and Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46. The George H.W. Bush CSG is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

An F/A-18C Hornet from Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 251 (VMFA-251) readies for launch from the deck of the aircraft carrier USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73). George Washington and VMFA-251 are deployed to the Persian Gulf in support of Operation Southern Watch. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS George Washington (CVN 73) Country: At Sea

SOUTH CHINA SEA (July 13, 2022) An F/A-18E Super Hornet attached to the Dambusters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 195 launches from the flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). The Diamondbacks conduct carrier-based air strike and strike force escort missions, as well as ship, battle group, and intelligence collection 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.

ATLANTIC OCEAN, (Oct. 25, 2013) Air department personnel approach an AV-8B Harrier while a landing craft air cushion (LCAC) from Amphibious Craft Unit (ACU) 4 prepares to enter the well deck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). Bataan is underway conducting routine qualifications.

F/A-18 Hornet aircraft from Strike-Fighter Squadron 113 (VFA-113) are visible on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS CONSTELLATION (CV-64). Country: Unknown

220522-N-LY692-1031 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 22, 2022) An E/A-18G Growler, from the Cougars” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 139, launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations.

220914-N-LI114-1040 PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 14, 2022) An EA-18G Growler, attached to the Shadowhawks of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 141, launches from the flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 14. The primary role of EA-18G Growlers is to disrupt the ability to communicate between units in combat through the use of electronic warfare. 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.

060923-N-3038W-076. Base: USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74)

DN-ST-87-03377. Subject Operation/Series: DISPLAY DETERMINATION '86 Base: USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

A Fighter Squadron 124 (VF-124) F-14A Tomcat aircraft lands on the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72). Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

220624-N-XN177-2092 PACIFIC OCEAN (June 24, 2022) - An F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VMFA) 121 launches from the flight deck of amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 24, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

060724-N-7241L-010. Base: USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

A Fighter Squadron 114 (VF-114) F-14A Tomcat aircraft clears the bow after being launched from the No. 1 catapult aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72). Country: Caribbean Sea

220525-N-LY692-1011 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 25, 2022) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, from the Mighty Shrikes” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 94, begins to launch from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations.

An Attack Squadron 35 (VA-35) A-6E Intruder aircraft sits on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Red Sea

An F/A-18A Hornet aircraft lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS CORAL SEA (CV 43). Base: USS Coral Sea (CV 43) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

October 2, 2010 - An AV-8B Harrier aircraft lands on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA-5) while underway in the North Arabian Sea. The aircraft was returning after completing its last flight in support of Operation Enduring Freedom with the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group.

220817-N-LI114-1153 PHILIPHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 17, 2022) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to the Royal Maces of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 27 launches from the flight deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). The Royal Maces conduct carrier-based air strike and strike force escort missions, as well as ship, battle group, and intelligence collection 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.

An A-6 Intruder aircraft comes in for recovery aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS NIMITZ (CVN-68). Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DN-SC-87-05558. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69)

A flight deck crewman moves a cable away from an Air Test and Evaluation Squadron 1 (VX-1) ES-3A Shadow aircraft on an elevator on the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) during the NATO exercise Display Determination '92. Subject Operation/Series: DISPLAY DETERMINATION '92 Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

DN-ST-88-00517. Subject Operation/Series: DISPLAY DETERMINATION '86 Base: USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

DN-ST-88-02065. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DN-SC-86-03950. Base: USS Coral Sea (CV 43) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

220804-N-VJ326-1163 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 4, 2022) - An F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) launches from the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 4, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220724-N-CM110-1128 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 24, 2022) - An F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VMFA) 121 lands on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 24, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

An A-6E Intruder aircraft with GEN. Robert W. Bazley, commander in chief, Pacific Air Forces, aboard waits in line to be launched from the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS CARL VINSON (CVN-70). Bazley is departing after a visit to the ship. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A Strike Fighter Squadron 81 (VFA-81) F/A-18C Hornet aircraft taxis past other aircraft parked on the aircraft carrier USS SARATOGA (CV-60) during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: USS Saratoga (CV 60) Country: Red Sea

DN-ST-87-02666. Base: USS Coral Sea (CV 43) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

A US Navy EA-6B Prowler is catapulted from the flight deck of USS KITTY HAWK (CV-63) as part of the exercise. The KITTY HAWK, and its embarked air group, is taking part in the multi-service exercise as it operates off the coast. Subject Operation/Series: TANDEM THRUST '95 Country: United States Of America (USA)

An A-6E Intruder aircraft lands aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN-69). Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

060723-N-9362D-025. Base: USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

An ordnanceman prepares to load AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles, foreground, and Mark 82 500 lb. bombs on an Attack Squadron 72 (VA-72) A-7E Corsair II aircraft. The Corsair, based aboard the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67), will be used to make strikes against Iraqi targets during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Red Sea

220521-N-BP862-1212 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (May 21, 2022) A F/A-18F Super Hornet, attached to the Red Rippers” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11, launches from the flight deck of USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) in support of Mare Aperto 22-1/Italian MINEX 22, May 21, 2022. Mare Aperto 22-1/Italian MINEX 22 is a joint and combined high end exercise sponsored by the Italian navy aimed at strengthening and enhancing the combat readiness of participating forces in maritime and amphibious operations.

070121-N-0684R-025. Base: USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74)

011126-N-3560G-010. Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Base: Uss Kitty Hawk (CV 63) Scene Major Command Shown: USS Kitty Hawk

060722-N-2838C-013. Base: USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DN-ST-88-00731. Base: USS America (CV 66)

110711-N-CH661-064ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 11, 2011) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Red Rippers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11 prepares to launch from the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) as part of training for a tiger cruise air power demonstration. Enterprise and Carrier Air (CVW) 1 are completing a six-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility.

131203-N-ZG705-158 GULF OF OMAN (Dec. 3, 2013) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 flies above the Gulf of Oman after launching from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman, flagship for the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group, is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, supporting theater security cooperation efforts and supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.

A fighter Squadron II (VF-11) F-14A Tomcat aircraft lands on the aircraft carrier USS FORRESTAL (CV-59). Country: Unknown

990212-N-8854P-001. Base: Uss Enterprise (CVN 65)

050109-N-9293K-026. Base: USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) Country: Indian Ocean (IOC) Scene Major Command Shown: SH-60F HELO OF HS-2

220722-N-XN177-1173 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 22, 2022) - F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VMFA) 121 land on the flight deck aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 22, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

The restored World War II B-25 Mitchell bomber aircraft In The Mood takes off from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Ranger (CV-61). The B-25 is taking part in a re-enactment of Doolittle's Raid of April 18, 1942, during which 16 B-25s were launched from the aircraft carrier USS Hornet (CV-8) in the first attack on the Japanese mainland. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

NORTH ARABIAN SEA (May 22, 2013) An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Jolly Rogers of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103 performs an arrested recovery on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility promoting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom.

DN-ST-87-11418. Base: USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63)

DN-SC-04-13180. Base: USS Constellation (CV 64) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

DN-SC-86-03952. Base: USS Coral Sea (CV 43) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

041123-N-5345W-015. Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)

Two F/A-18A Hornet aircraft are positioned for launch as steam rises from the catapults following the launch of two other aircraft from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS CORAL SEA (CV-43). Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

981008-N-3642E-001. Subject Operation/Series: DYNAMIC MIX '98 Base: Uss Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

DN-ST-85-05524. Base: USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70)

010923-N-3560G-004. Base: Uss Kitty Hawk (CV 63)

220424-N-MD461-1530 PACIFIC OCEAN (Apr. 24, 2022) - An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to Flying Eagles” Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 122, launches from the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), April 24. Vinson is currently underway conducting routine maritime operations in the Pacific Ocean.

041117-N-4374S-009. Base: USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67)

An AV-8B Harrier aircraft lands aboard the USS TARAWA (LHA 1) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ 2001. Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '01 Base: USS Tarawa (LHA 1) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

low angle Military Jets Grumman Fixed Wing Boeing Aviat Airplanes A-6 Intruder FA-18 Hornet grey aircraft carrier control tower radar tower

During sustained flight operations in the Persian Gulf, an F-14 Tomcat assigned to Fighter Squadron Two One One (VF -211) launches from one of three steam driven catapults aboard the aircraft carrier USS NIMITZ (CVN 68). Nimitz and her embarked Carrier Air Wing Nine (CVW-9) are deployed in the Persian Gulf to enforce UN sanctions against Iraq by patrolling the no-fly zone under operation Southern Watch. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Nimitz (CVN 68)

INDIAN OCEAN (June 12, 2013) Plane captains run checks on EA-6B Prowlers assigned to the Gray Wolves of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 142 on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts.

DN-ST-88-02087. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

120130-N-ZZ999-595 ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 30, 2012) Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) conduct fast-rope training on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th MEU are operating in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility as part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group.

060309-N-7241L-004. Base: USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) Scene Major Command Shown: USS Theodore Roosevelt

DN-SC-89-00017. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

A view of F-14A Tomcat aircraft secured on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN (CVN-72). The ship is approaching Cape Horn during its circumnavigation of South America. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter is refueled on the deck of the amphibious assault ship USS TARAWA (LHA 1) during the joint Thai/US exercise THALAY THAI '89. Subject Operation/Series: THALAY THAI '89 Country: Gulf Of Thailand

061116-N-7782O-128. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

220729-N-CH260-1099 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 29, 2022) Two F/A-18F Super Hornets, both assigned to the "Black Aces" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41, launch from the flight deck of U.S. Navy Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

The restored World War II B-25 Mitchell bomber aircraft "Heavenly Body" and "In The Mood" stand ready on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61). The B-25's are being launched in a re-enactment of "Doolittle's Raid" of April 18, 1942, during which 16 B-25's were launched from the aircraft carrier USS HORNET (CV-8) in the first attack on the Japanese mainland. Country: Pacific Ocean(POC)

A Navy A-7E Corsair aircraft is prepared for launching for the aircraft carrier USS MIDWAY (CV 41), off the coast of Korea during the joint ROK/US training exercise TEAM SPIRIT '79. Subject Operation/Series: TEAM SPIRIT '79 Base: USS Midway (CV 41) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

Maintenance and refueling personnel gather around two Marine Attack Squadron 223 (VMA 223) AV-8B Harrier aircraft on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS WASP (LHD 1) during flight operations off the coast of North Carolina. Country: Onslow Bay

A bombardier/navigator from Attack Squadron 75 (VA-75) walks toward his A-6E Intruder aircraft aboard the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) as preparations are made for the first air strikes of Operation Desert Storm. The aircraft is carrying two AGM-88 HARM high-speed anti-radiation missiles beneath its wing.. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Country: Red Sea

Persian Gulf, January 6, 2005 - An F-14D Tomcat prepares to make an arrested landing on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71).

DN-ST-86-06086. Country: Unknown

An F-14 Tomcat, parked on the flight deck of the USS KITTY HAWK at pier 8 in the Port of Pusan, Republic of Korea on Oct. 14, 1998. The aircraft carrier USS KITTY HAWK came to port for liberty leave and while in Korea had allowed the citizens to tour its decks. The KITTY HAWK originates from Yokosuka, Japan and is the oldest vessel in the US Navy today that is still in operation. Subject Operation/Series: FOAL EAGLE '98KOREA CD Base: Pusan Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR)

low angle Military Jets Fixed Wing Boeing Aviat Airplanes FA-18 Hornet grey flight deck aircraft carrier red yellow stripes

A Fighter Squadron 142 (VF-142) F-14A Tomcat aircraft comes in for a landing on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (CVN 69). The plane is piloted by the Commander, Carrier Air Wing 7 (CVW-7), aboard the EISENHOWER. Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

DN-ST-87-04856. Base: USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

220820-N-XN177-1161 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 20, 2022) - An F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 (Reinforced) launches from amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 20, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 4, 2022) - U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lighting II pilots with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, land aboard amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Sept. 4. A force in readiness, the 13th MEU trains to rapidly respond to crises in all domain environments through naval power projection. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and amphibious transport docks USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is underway conducting integrated training operations with the 13th MEU in the U.S. 3rd Fleet to prepare for an upcoming deployment.

DN-ST-86-11440. Base: USS Enterprise (CVN 65) Country: Indian Ocean (IOC)

An KA-6D Intruder aircraft is launched from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Forrestal (CV-59) during exercise Team Work '88. Subject Operation/Series: TEAM WORK '88 Country: North Atlantic Ocean

A flight deck crewman watches an F/A-18 Hornet aircraft take off from the aircraft carrier USS KITTY HAWK (CV 63). The aircraft is assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 125 (VFA-125). Base: USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63)

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