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Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) extinguish a fire in catapult three during flight operations on March 3, 2005. Continuous training by flight deck personnel and other personnel throughout the ship prepare them to quickly respond to emergencies.

Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) extinguish a fire in catapult three.

Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) extinguish a fire in catapult three during flight operations on March 3, 2005. Continuous training by flight deck personnel and other personnel throughout the ship prepare them to quickly respond to emergencies.

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