100212-N-3327M-026 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Feb. 12, 2010) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Warhawks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 97, launches from the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). The Nimitz Carrier Strike Group is supporting maritime security operations in the 7th Fleet area of responsibility. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class James Mitchell/Released) US Navy 100212-N-3327M-026 An F-A-18C Hornet launches from USS Nimitz (CVN 68)

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