030220-N-9273C-027 At sea aboard USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) Feb. 20, 2003 -- A Pre-Aimed Calibration (PAC) test-fire is conducted on a Close in Weapons System (CIWS) to check the gunÕs bore alignment. CIWS is primarily used for air defense against missile and aircraft threats. Carl Vinson is currently conducting operations in the Pacific Ocean. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Nicole Carter. (RELEASED) US Navy 030220-N-9273C-027 A Pre-Aimed Calibration (PAC) test-fire is conducted on a Close in Weapons System (CIWS) to check the gun%%5Ersquo,s bore alignment

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