110406-N-7488A-156 ARABIAN GULF (April 6, 2011) Capt. Evan Piritz, chief of staff of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1, prepares to launch an F/A-18F Super Hornet from 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 Seaman Rosa A. Arzola/Released) - Official Navy Imagery - Sailor prepares to launch an F-A-18F from USS Carl Vinson.

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