050416-N-0295M-179 Wilmington, N.C. (Apr. 16, 2005) – The Lead and Opposing Solo F/A-18A Hornets, assigned to the U.S. Navy flight demonstration team, the "Blue Angels," perform the “mirror pass” in front of the crowd at the 2005 Coastal Carolina Air Show in Wilmington, N.C. The Blue Angels fly the F/A-18A Hornet, performing approximately 30 maneuvers during the aerial demonstration lasting over an hour. This year's air show showcased civilian and military aircraft from the Nation's armed forces, which provided many flight demonstrations and static displays. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Daniel J. McLain (RELEASED)
050415-N-7695R-001 Atlantic Ocean (Apr. 15, 2005) - Quartermaster's positioned at the bow aboard the conventionally powered aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67), prepares to signal the Military Sealift Command (MSC) underway replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall (T-A0 189) prior to a connective replenishment at sea. The Mayport, Fla., based aircraft carrier Kennedy is currently conducting scheduled carrier qualification in the Atlantic Ocean. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Anthony Riddle (RELEASED)
050416-N-0295M-104 Wilmington, N.C. (Apr. 16, 2005) – A member of the Red Baron Pizza Squadron parachutes down to show center carrying a huge American Flag at the start of the 2005 Coastal Carolina Air Show in Wilmington, N.C. This year's air show showcased civilian and military aircraft from the Nation's armed forces, which provided many flight demonstrations and static displays. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 2nd Class Daniel J. McLain (RELEASED)