ATLANTIC OCEAN (Dec. 14, 2021) An F/A-18F Super Hornet aircraft, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 122, launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H. W. Bush (CVN 77) during flight operations. George H. W. Bush provides the national command authority flexible, tailorable war fighting capability through the carrier strike group that maintains maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Samuel Wagner)