PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 3, 2012) Sailors assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 154 wait in the catwalks of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) as their aircraft receive fuel. Nimitz is currently underway participating in the ship's composite training unit exercise. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan J. Mayes/Released) 121103-N-RC246-040 Join the conversation - Official Navy Imagery - Sailors wait on the edge of the flight deck.

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