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Above: An F/A-18F Super Hornet from VFA-211 Flying Checkmates demonstrates air-to-air refueling with a buddy pod.
Below: A closer look at a legacy Hornet from adversary squadron VFC-12 Fighting Omars during take off. The aircraft is painted to simulate enemy aircraft, particularly Russian Sukhois.
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APJ/DAN ADAMS