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Flares fly through the air as helicopters hover near an aircraft carrier.

Ceremonial Flares

An MH-60S Nighthawk helicopter releases flares during a change of command ceremony on the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush in the Adriatic Sea, Sept. 1, 2022.

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  • Credit: Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Stuart Posada VIRIN: 220901-N-KL637-2064A.JPG
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