 Description: Airman Clay McGeshick, the Catapult One Bow Safety Observer, ducks down as a EA-6B Prowler launches from the flight deck.
050810-N-0226M-065 Pacific Ocean (Aug. 10, 2005) – Airman Clay McGeshick, the Catapult One Bow Safety Observer, ducks down as a EA-6B Prowler, assigned to the "Vikings" of Electronic Warfare Squadron One Two Nine (VAQ-129), launches from the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Reagan is currently underway in the Pacific Ocean conducting carrier qualifications for the West Coast Fleet Replacement Squadrons. U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Photographer's Mate Mahlon K. Miller
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 Description: A BQM-74E aerial target drone launches from the flight deck of the guided missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58).
050719-N-4374S-003 Caribbean Sea (July 19, 2005) - A BQM-74E aerial target drone launches from the flight deck of the guided missile frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG 58). The BQM-74E provides dynamic airborne threat simulation and supports the Fleet worldwide. Samuel B. Roberts is part of a multinational naval and coast guard force from six nations conducting UNITAS 46-05 Pacific Phase. The Colombian Navy in this year's UNITAS Pacific Phase hosts Ecuador, Panama, Peru and the United States. During the two-week exercise, participating units have the opportunity to train as unified force in all aspects of naval operations, from maritime interdiction to anti-submarine and electronic warfare. U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command sponsors UNITAS exercises with the objective to foster cooperation and develop interoperability among the navies of the region. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Michael Sandberg
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 Description: Aircraft handlers signal to the aircrew of an EA-6B Prowler.
050712-N-5345W-014 Atlantic Ocean (July 12, 2005) - Aircraft handlers signal to the aircrew of an EA-6B Prowler, assigned to the "Zappers" of Electronic Warfare Squadron One Three Zero (VAQ-130), shortly after a successful arrested recovery aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Truman is currently conducting carrier qualifications in the Atlantic Ocean. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Kristopher Wilson |
 Description: A new era in Naval Aviation begins with the first EA-18G Growler aircraft. The next-generation electronic attack aircraft, for the U.S. Navy, combines the combat-proven F/A-18 Super Hornet with a state-of-the-art electronic warfare avionics suite.
060802-N-0000X-001 Patuxent River, Md. (Aug. 2, 2006) - A new era in Naval Aviation begins with the first EA-18G Growler aircraft. The EA-18 Growler is being developed to replace the fleet's current carrier-based EA-6B Prowler. The next-generation electronic attack aircraft, for the U.S. Navy, combines the combat-proven F/A-18 Super Hornet with a state-of-the-art electronic warfare avionics suite. The EA-18G will feature an airborne electronic attack suite based on Northrop Grumman's Improved Capability III system, a radically new jamming and information warfare system. The EA-18G is expected to enter initial operational capability in 2009. U.S. Navy photo
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 The F/A-22 is an air-superiority fighter with improved capability over current Air Force aircraft. From the inception of the battle, the F/A-22's primary objective will be to establish air superiority through the conduct of counter air operations. The F/A-22 also has an inherent air-to-surface capability. A combination of improved sensor capability, improved situational awareness, and improved weapons provides first-kill opportunity against the threat. (U.S. Air Force photo) |
