Naval Air Crewman 3rd Class Quinton Lundeen from San Antonio, performs pre-flight checks prior to plane guard operations on board the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is underway conducting carrier qualifications in preparation for Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2012, the world's largest international maritime exercise. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael D. Cole) USS Nimitz at sea 120625-N-CV785-003

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