0901169760Z-026 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 16, 2009) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the “Sidewinders” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86 launches from the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) during launch and recovery exercises. Nimitz is conducting flight deck certification after completing a six-month planned incremental availability. Navy

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