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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Jet prepares to launch off carrier.

Lightning Launch

An F-35C Lightning II prepares to launch from the flight deck of the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Pacific Ocean.

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  • Credit: Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Michael Singley VIRIN: 220112-N-MM912-1037C.JPG
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