5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (JAN 7, 2013) - Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Eric Augustine signals clear to launch for an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Tophatters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 14 on the flight deck aboard aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis 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 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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