160128-N-XX566-116 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 28, 2016) - Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Zack Smith, from New Caney, Texas, prepares a launcher for an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Warhawks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 97 on USS John C. Stennis' (CVN 74) flight deck. Providing a combat-ready force to protect collective maritime interests, Stennis is operating as part of the Great Green Fleet on a regularly scheduled Western Pacific deployment. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Andre T. Richard/ Released)

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