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U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Michael Sumlar launches an SH-60F Seahawk helicopter aboard the USS Blue Ridge while at sea in the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 29, 2010.

SEAHAWK LAUNCH

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Michael Sumlar launches an SH-60F Seahawk helicopter aboard the USS Blue Ridge while at sea in the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 29, 2010.

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