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A sailor leans forward on the flight deck of a ship while signaling a military aircraft.

Launch Leader

Navy Lt. Michael Wycoff signals the launch of an F/A-18E Super Hornet on the flight deck of the USS Ronald Reagan in the Philippine Sea, June 5, 2023.

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  • Credit: Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael B. Jarmiolowski VIRIN: 230605-N-LI114-1138Y.JPG
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