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Dassault-Breguet Super etendard 23 launches from catapult
Aeronavale - Dassault-Breguet Super etendard 23 launches from the catapult, aboard Foch or Clemenceau, during an operational cruise. (Note: Foch and Clemenceau were two almost identical ships, to which the French Navy did not apply distinctive markings, making identification very difficult). Date: 1986
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1986 Aboard Aeronavale Apply Catapult Clemenceau Cruise Dassault Breguet Difficult Distinctive Etendard Foch Identical Identification Launches Markings Note Operational Super
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In this striking photograph, a Dassault-Breguet Super Etendard 23 fighter jet is seen launching from the catapult of a French Navy aircraft carrier, either Foch or Clemenceau, during an operational cruise in 1986. The Super Etendard, a versatile naval aircraft designed for strike and reconnaissance missions, was a mainstay of the French Navy's air wings for several decades. The image captures the power and precision of the catapult-assisted takeoff, a crucial aspect of aircraft operations at sea. The Super Etendard, with its distinctive delta wing design and bright orange and grey livery, is poised to leave the carrier's deck, ready to embark on its mission. The ship's massive catapult system, a complex engineering feat, propels the aircraft forward, providing the necessary momentum for takeoff. The French Navy's aircraft carriers, Foch and Clemenceau, were almost identical, making identification between the two challenging. Both ships served in the fleet during the late 1980s and were used extensively in various military operations. Despite their similarities, the French Navy did not apply distinctive markings to differentiate between the two, making it difficult for observers to determine which ship is featured in this photograph. The aeronautical transportation sector has come a long way since the 1980s, but this image remains a testament to the ingenuity and skill required to operate aircraft from the deck of an aircraft carrier. It is a reminder of the critical role that naval aviation plays in ensuring the safety and security of nations and their interests around the world.
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