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A RIM-7 Sea Sparrow missile launches from USS Abraham Lincoln
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A RIM-7 Sea Sparrow missile launches from USS Abraham Lincoln
Pacific Ocean, August 13, 2007 - A RIM-7P NATO Sea Sparrow Missile launches from Sea Sparrow Mount Four aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) during a stream raid shoot exercise. Lincolns self-defense systems fired four Sea Sparrow missiles, engaging and destroying two BQM-74E turbojet-powered drone aircraft and a High-Speed Maneuvering Surface Threat (HSMST) remote controlled Rigid Hulled Inflatable Boat (RHIB) during the event
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In this print captured by Stocktrek Images, the mighty USS Abraham Lincoln takes center stage as it unleashes its self-defense systems in a display of sheer power and precision. The image showcases a RIM-7 Sea Sparrow missile launching from Sea Sparrow Mount Four aboard this Nimitz-class aircraft carrier, during an intense stream raid shoot exercise. The photograph captures the moment when four Sea Sparrow missiles are fired, hurtling through the air with incredible speed and force. Their target? Two BQM-74E turbojet-powered drone aircraft and a High-Speed Maneuvering Surface Threat remote controlled Rigid Hulled Inflatable Boat (RHIB). With unwavering accuracy, these missiles engage their targets one by one, leaving no room for escape. As plumes of smoke billow out from the launchers and fill the sky, we witness the raw intensity of combat on the high seas. This stunning color image transports us to that fateful day in August 2007 when USS Abraham Lincoln showcased its formidable firepower against potential threats. This photograph is a testament to the immense capabilities of modern naval warfare technology. It serves as a reminder of the dedication and skill possessed by those who serve on board such vessels, ensuring our safety at sea. Let this awe-inspiring image stand as a tribute to their bravery and commitment to protecting our waters.
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