GULF OF OMAN (July 13, 2013) - An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the “Argonauts” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147 prepares to launch off of the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz Strike Group is deployed to the 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Kelly M. Agee/ Released) 13 July Batch 12 of 34 by USS NIMITZ (CVN 68)

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