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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

An aircraft takes off from the flight deck of a ship as another aircraft flies above.

Smooth Takeoff

A Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet takes off from the flight deck of the USS Nimitz in the Philippine Sea, March 23, 2023.

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  • Credit: Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Hannah Kantner VIRIN: 230323-N-XK462-1135C.JPG
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