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    A rare sight: Four sequentialy numbered carriers moored together.
    USS America (CV-66), USS John F Kennedy (CV-67), USS Nimitz (CVN-68), USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN-69), at Norfolk, VA:

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    PACIFIC OCEAN (April 15, 2008) The flight deck director motions an E-2C Hawkeye assigned to the "Wallbangers" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 117 onto a catapult before launching from the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is operating as part of the U.S. 7th Fleet in the western Pacific and Indian oceans. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman John Wagner (Released)

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    PACIFIC OCEAN (April 15, 2008) Aircraft assigned to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 11 prepare to launch from the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is operating as part of the U.S. 7th Fleet in the western Pacific and Indian oceans. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman John Wagner (Released)

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    PACIFIC OCEAN (April 15, 2008) Sailors perform a final inspection on an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the "Black Aces" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA ) 41 before launching from the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is operating as part of the U.S. 7th Fleet in the western Pacific and Indian oceans. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman John Wagner (Released)



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    MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 16, 2008) The amphibious assault ship USS Nassau (LHA 4), the amphibious transport dock ship USS Nashville (LPD 13) and the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Patuxent (T-AO 201) steam in formation during a transit through the Mediterranean Sea during Phoenix Express (PE 08). PE-08 is the third annual exercise in a long-term effort to improve regional cooperation and maritime security. The principal aim is to increase interoperability by developing individual and collective maritime proficiencies of participating nations as well as promoting friendship, mutual understanding and cooperation. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class James C. Davis (Released)

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    PACIFIC OCEAN (April 16, 2008) Sailors aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) position an F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the "Black Aces" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41 onto an aircraft elevator during flight operations. Nimitz is operating as part of the U.S. 7th Fleet in the western Pacific and Indian oceans. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David Mercil (Released)

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    MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 15, 2008) Landing Craft Utility (LCU-1661) launches from the amphibious assault ship USS Nassau (LHA 4) during a training evolution designed to simulate a visit, board, search, and seizure operation utilizing skills and techniques developed during the two week exercise Phoenix Express 2008 (PE 08). US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class David R. Quillen (Released)



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    MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 16, 2008) The amphibious assault ship USS Nassau (LHA 4) transits the Mediterranean Sea during Phoenix Express (PE 08). PE-08 is the third annual exercise in a long-term effort to improve regional cooperation and maritime security. The principal aim is to increase interoperability by developing individual and collective maritime proficiencies of participating nations as well as promoting friendship, mutual understanding and cooperation. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class James C. Davis (Released)

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    MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 16, 2008) The amphibious assault ship USS Nassau (LHA 4) transits the Mediterranean Sea during Phoenix Express (PE 08). PE-08 is the third annual exercise in a long-term effort to improve regional cooperation and maritime security. The principal aim is to increase interoperability by developing individual and collective maritime proficiencies of participating nations as well as promoting friendship, mutual understanding and cooperation. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class James C. Davis (Released)
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    I'm back gents! How about some Tomcat PIX for starters??!!

    These pics are all by the US Navy and I have left the orignal captions in tact.


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    USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) Dec. 18, 2001 -- After an early morning round of flight operations, an F-14 “Tomcat” from the "Checkmates" of Fighter Squadron Two One One (VF-211) is readied by maintenance personnel for the next launch from the flight deck of USS John C. Stennis. Stennis and her embarked Carrier Air Wing Nine (CVW-9) are supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Jayme Pastoric. (RELEASED)

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    At sea aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) Jan. 2, 2002 -- An F-14 "Tomcat" from the “Diamondbacks” of Fighter Squadron One Zero Two (VF-102) is launched from the bow catapult during flight operations. The Diamondbacks are with the Theodore Roosevelt Battle Group and are operating in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Jason Scarborough. (RELEASED)

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    At sea aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73) Jan. 30, 2002 -- Aviation Boatswain's Mate Airman Heath Oelman, from Des Moines, Iowa, performs final checks on an F-14 "Tomcat" before it completes a steam powered catapult launch off the flight deck. The Norfolk, VA. based nuclear aircraft carrier is conducting carrier qualifications (CQ) in the Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of Virginia. U. S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 3rd Class (AW) J. Scott Campbell. (RELEASED)

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    USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) Mar. 1, 2002 -- A timed photographic exposure of an F-14A "Tomcat" launching from the flight deck displays the afterburner trail of the aircraft as it accelerates away from the ship. John C. Stennis and Carrier Air Wing Nine (CVW-9) are conducting combat missions in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Michael Arteaga. (RELEASED)

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    USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) Jan. 12, 2002 - An F-14 "Tomcat" from the "Checkmates" of Fighter Squadron Two One One (VF-211) ignites its afterburner seconds before a launch from the number three catapult. John C. Stennis and her embarked Carrier Air Wing Nine (CVW-9) continue to conduct bombing missions in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class (AW) Jayme Pastoric (RELEASED)

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    USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) Jan. 17, 2002 – Squadron and ships company personnel conduct maintenance and equipment checks on the flight deck, while a F-14 “Tomcat” assigned to the "Diamondbacks" of Fighter Squadron One Zero Two (VF-102) launches from one of two steam catapults located on the ships bow. Theodore Roosevelt and her embarked Carrier Air Wing One (CVW-1) are conducting missions in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy Photo by Photographer’s Mate 3rd Class Stacey Hines (RELEASED)

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    USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) Mar. 27, 2002 - An F-14A "Tomcat" from the "Checkmates" of Fighter Squadron Two One One (VF-211) launches off the flight deck. Carrier Air Wing Nine (CVW-9) and John C. Stennis are deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Jayme T. Pastoric. (RELEASED)

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    USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) Apr. 18, 2002 -- An F-14 “Tomcat” assigned to the "Red Rippers" of Fighter Squadron One One (VF-11) is launched from one of four steam catapult systems on the ship’s flight deck. Kennedy and her embarked Carrier Airwing Seven (CVW-7) are conducting combat missions in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Apprentice Joshua Karsten. (RELEASED)

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    USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67) underway in the Central Command Area of Operation (AOR) Jul. 16, 2002 -- An F-14 “Tomcat” assigned to the “Pukin’ Dogs” of Fighter Squadron One Four Three (VF-143) makes its approach during a carrier arrested landing aboard ship. John F. Kennedy and her embarked Carrier Air Wing Seven (CVW-7) are conducting combat missions in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy Photograph by Photographer’s Mate 1st Jim Hampshire. (RELEASED)

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    USS Enterprise (CVN 65) Nov 9, 2001-- F-14 Tomcats prepare to take off from the flight deck of USS Enterprise a final time. This was the last time the 34 year-old aircraft will be deploying on the carrier. USS Enterprise (CVN 65) is returning to her homeport in Norfolk, Virginia after completing a regularly scheduled deployment. U.S. Navy Photo by Photographer's Mate 1st Class, Martin Maddock. (RLEASED)

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    USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) Nov. 9, 2002 -- An F-14 “Tomcat” assigned to the “Black Knights” of Fighter Squadron One Five Four (VF-154) ignites its afterburners during a launch from one of four steam driven catapults on the ship’s flight deck. Kitty Hawk is the Navy’s only permanently forward-deployed aircraft carrier and operates out of Yokosuka, Japan. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 3rd Class Todd Frantom. (RELEASED)

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    USS Constellation (CV 64) Jan. 3, 2003 -- A flight deck crewmember guides an F-14D “Tomcat” assigned to the “Bounty Hunters” of Fighter Squadron Two (VF-2) onto one of four steam driven catapults on the ship’s flight deck. This is the last cruise for the Bounty Hunters, as their squadron will be decommissioned along with the Constellation after this deployment. Constellation is on a regularly scheduled six-month deployment conducting combat missions in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Richard Moore. (RELEASED)

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    bd popeye, Welcome back with awesome pictures!!!

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    MEDITERRANEAN SEA (April 17, 2008) The amphibious assault ship USS Nassau (LHA 4) floods its well deck while launching the Landing Craft Utility (LCU 1661) and LCU 1659 to participate in a visit, board, search and seizure exercise as assaulting platforms for multinational forces during exercise Phoenix Express 2008 (PE 08). PE-08 is the third annual exercise in a long-term effort to improve regional cooperation and maritime security. The principal aim is to increase interoperability by developing individual and collective maritime proficiencies of participating nations, as well as promoting friendship, mutual understanding and cooperation. Exercises like PE-08 enable participants to advance information sharing which is crucial to maintaining a region free from transnational threats, as well as enhance capability to conduct multinational peacekeeping missions. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class James C. Davis (Released)


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    PACIFIC OCEAN (April 16, 2008) An aircraft director signals a Strike Fighter Squadron 195 F/A-18C Hornet to taxi to launching position on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63). Aircraft directors are responsible for safely moving aircraft on the flight deck. Kitty Hawk is on its spring deployment – its last before it is relieved by the USS George Washington (CVN 73) this summer. Kitty Hawk operates from Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan. Carrier Air Wing 5 operates from Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kyle D. Gahlau (Released)



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    PACIFIC OCEAN (April 16, 2008) Cmdr. Jeffrey S. Winters, commanding officer of the "Stingers" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 113, eases his way into the cockpit of his F/A-18C Hornet on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group is conducting a Joint Task Force Exercise preparing for a deployment. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher D. Blachly (Released)

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    PACIFIC OCEAN (April 15, 2008) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the "Eagles" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 115 launches off the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group is conducting a Joint Task Force Exercise preparing for an upcoming deployment

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    PERSIAN GULF (April 18, 2008) Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class David Hendra performs routine maintenance on the after-burner heat shield of an F/A-18 Hornet strike fighter in the jet shop aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Truman and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 3 are on a scheduled deployment supporting Operations Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom and maritime security operations. U.S. Navy photo by Seaman Kevin T. Murray Jr. (Released)

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    PACIFIC OCEAN (April 18, 2008) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) raise an aircraft barricade during flight deck drills. Aircraft barricades are used to help land damaged aircraft. Kitty Hawk is conducting its last spring deployment before being relieved by the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) later this summer. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kyle D. Gahlau (Released)

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    PACIFIC OCEAN (April 18, 2008) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 27 takes off from the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63). Steam-powered catapults launch aircraft at speeds reaching 180 mph in about 250 feet. The ship is on her final deployment before being replaced by the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman John J. Mike (Released)

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    PACIFIC OCEAN (April 18, 2008) An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 27 waits for take off as steam clears from an earlier launch aboard the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63). Steam-powered catapults launch aircraft at speeds reaching 180 mph in about 250 feet. The ship is on her final deployment before being replaced by the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman John J. Mike (Released)

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    PERSIAN GULF (April 17, 2008) Flight deck personnel stand ready for the first daily cycle of flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Truman is on a scheduled deployment supporting Maritime Security Operations. U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ricardo J. Reyes (Released)

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    PACIFIC OCEAN (April 16, 2008) An F/A-18F Super Hornet strike fighter assigned to the "Black Aces" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41 lands aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is operating as part of the U.S. 7th Fleet in the western Pacific and Indian oceans. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Joseph Pol Sebastian Gocong (Released)

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    PERSIAN GULF (April 16, 2008) Aviation Machinist Mate 3rd Class Mario Ceja, assigned to the "Ragin Bulls" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 37, aligns the power transmission shaft of an F/A-18C Hornet strike fighter in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Truman is on a scheduled deployment supporting Maritime Security Operations. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Patrick Grieco (Released)

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    PACIFIC OCEAN (April 15, 2008) Aviation Electronics Technician Airman Marcus Langford, assigned to the "Black Aces" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41, removes red tags from the cockpit of an F/A-18F Super Hornet strike fighter aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is operating as part of the U.S. 7th Fleet in the western Pacific and Indian oceans. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Orrin Batiste (Released)

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    PACIFIC OCEAN (April 15, 2008) Sailors assigned to the "Black Aces" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41 change out the missile launcher bottle on the wing of an F/A-18F Super Hornet strike fighter aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is operating as part of the U.S. 7th Fleet in the western Pacific and Indian oceans. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Orrin Batiste (Released)

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    PACIFIC OCEAN (April 15, 2008) An E2C-Hawkeye assigned to the "Wallbangers" of Carrier Airborne Command and Control Squadron (VAW) 117 comes in for a landing aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is operating as part of the U.S. 7th Fleet in the western Pacific and Indian oceans. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Orrin Batiste (Released)

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    PACIFIC OCEAN (April 18, 2008) Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Jessica Aguilar, assigned to Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron (HS) 6, loosens screws inside an HH-60H Seahawk to remove the vibration absorbers for maintenance aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is operating as part of the U.S. 7th Fleet in the western Pacific and Indian oceans. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Matthew Patton (Released)

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    Some fine USN PIX of the now decomissioned USS Constellation CV-64


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    Pacific Ocean (May 18, 2003) - An F-14D Tomcat assigned to the "Bounty Hunters" of Fighter Squadron Two (VF-2) comes in for a landing aboard the aircraft carrier USS Constellation (CV-64) after completing Aerial Combat Maneuvers (ACM) training. Constellation and embarked Carrier Air Wing Two (CVW-2) are on a regularly scheduled deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF), the multinational coalition effort to liberate the Iraqi people, eliminate Iraq's weapons of mass destruction and end the regime of Saddam Hussein. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Daniel J. McLain (RELEASED)

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    Pacific Ocean (Nov. 11, 2002) - An F-14D Tomcat assigned to the "Bounty Hunters" of Fighter Squadron Two (VF-2) launches for a routine training mission from the flight deck of USS Constellation (CV 64), as a crash crew stands watch. Constellation and embarked Carrier Air Wing Two (CVW-2) are on a regularly scheduled deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF). U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Daniel J. McLain (RELEASED)

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    Pacific Ocean (Nov. 18, 2002) - An E-2C Hawkeye assigned to the "Sun Kings" of Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron One One Six (VAW-116) launches from the flight deck of the conventionally powered aircraft carrier USS Constellation (CV 64) for a sunset training flight. Constellation and embarked Carrier Air Wing Two (CVW-2) are on a regularly scheduled deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF). U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Daniel J. McLain (RELEASED)

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    Arabian Gulf (Feb. 1, 2003) - An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the “Kestrels” of Strike Fighter Squadron One Three Seven (VFA-137) launches from a waist catapult aboard the aircraft carrier USS Constellation (CV 64). Constellation, “America’s Flagship”, is deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) and Operation Southern Watch (OSW). U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Felix Garza Jr. (RELEASED)

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    At sea with USS Constellation (CV 64) Apr. 7, 2003 -- USS Constellation (CV 64) steams near the Western Coast of Australia on her return transit to her homeport of San Diego, Calif., following her deployment in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Intelligence Specialist 1st Class Brian Schell. (RELEASED)

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    Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (May 22, 2003) -- USS Constellation (CV 64) pulls into Pearl Harbor for a much awaited port visit. The Constellation Carrier Strike Group is returning home from her deployment in support of Operations Southern Watch, Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Benjamin F. Story. (RELEASED)

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    Naval Air Station North Island, Calif. (Jun. 2, 2003) -- USS Constellation (CV 64) returns to its homeport of San Diego, Calif., following and extended deployment to the Arabian Gulf in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Andrew J. Betting. (RELEASED)

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    Naval Air Station North Island, Calif. (Jun. 2, 2003) -- Family and friends of Sailors and Marines gather at Naval Air Station North Island to show their support as USS Constellation (CV 64) returns to her homeport of San Diego, Calif. Constellation and Carrier Air Wing Two (CVW-2) is returning from deployment in the Arabian Gulf in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 1st Class David C. Mercil. (RELEASED)

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    Naval Air Station North Island, Calif. (Aug. 7, 2003) -- Sailors aboard USS Constellation (CV 64) man the rails during the ship’s decommissioning ceremony. The ceremony, held at Naval Air Station North Island, marked the end of the carriers nearly 42 years of service to the nation. During Constellation’s commissioned service, she completed 21 deployments and most recently completed combat operations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Constellation, decommissioned in San Diego at the Naval Air Station North Island, will be towed to Bremerton, Wash., where she will remain in Puget Sound Naval Shipyard. Constellation is the second oldest aircraft carrier in the Navy and one of only three remaining conventionally powered aircraft carriers in its arsenal. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman John P. Curtis. (RELEASED)

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    San Diego, Calif. (Sept 12, 2003) -- The decommissioned aircraft carrier Constellation (CV 64) begins its transit from Naval Air Station North Island to Puget Sound Naval Shipyard. Constellation will be towed by a contracted ocean-going tug operated by Foss Maritime of Seattle, Wash. The transit is expected to take two weeks. U.S. Navy Photo by Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Brandon A. Teeples. (RELEASED)

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    16DDH Hyuga Class Helicopter Carrier


    The Hyūga class destroyers are a new type of helicopter destroyer (DDH) being built for the Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force. It is planned to replace the Haruna class destroyers currently in use. The new ships will be the largest combatant ship operated by Japan since the end of the Imperial Japanese Navy. In design it resembles an aircraft carrier or amphibious assault ship.

    The class' code-name (16DDH) derives from the Japanese calendar, specifically the 16th year of the Heisei reign (2004), when the provisional title was given.

    Design and Specifications

    The Hyūga class has a through-deck design to maximise potential space for launching and retrieving its helicopter complement. As a result it resembles a light aircraft carrier. However, it will not be fitted with a ski-jump or other equipment necessary to operate fixed-wing aircraft.

    The ships' primary mission will be anti-submarine activities, using the helicopters on board. They will also have a command-and-control function, serving as flagships for the MSDF.

    The Ships will be able to carry up to eleven helicopters, relying on a 16-cell VLS carrying the ESSM SAM, along with the Phalanx CIWS, for self-defence.











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    PLAN Aircraft Carrier Concepts














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    Russia/USSR ex-carrier Kiev at China as Museum




















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