020221-N-9769P-017 At sea aboard USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) Feb. 21, 2002 -- Aviation Boatswain's Mate Airman Nathaniel McDonald from San Diego, Calif., directs an F/A-18 "Hornet" strike fighter into position for the next round of flight operations. John C. Stennis and Carrier Air Wing Nine (CVW-9) are conducting combat missions in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Jayme Pastoric. (RELEASED) US Navy 020221-N-9769P-017 F-A-18 is moved into position for launch

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