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An F/A-18C Hornet pilot departs the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson in the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 25, 2017. The pilot and aircraft are assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 34. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Sean M. Castellano

Hornet Flier

An F/A-18C Hornet pilot departs the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson in the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 25, 2017. The pilot and aircraft are assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 34. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Sean M. Castellano

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