110405-N-DR144-253 ARABIAN GULF (April 5, 2011) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Rashad Jackson, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 25, loads ordnance onto an F/A-18C Hornet aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are conducting maritime security operations and close-air support missions in the 5th Fleet area of responsibility. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James R. Evans/Released) - Official Navy Imagery - Sailor loads ordnance aboard USS Carl Vinson.

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