Dry Dock Maintenance and Restoration on USS Hornet

Dry Dock Maintenance and Restoration on USS Hornet

Friday, February 27th, 2026 at 9:06:36 PM · 2026/USS Hornet

This photograph captures a bird's-eye view of a major dry dock operation on what appears to be a large naval vessel, the USS Hornet. The image shows the ship's hull exposed in a dry dock basin with green water visible below, surrounded by metal scaffolding, gangways, and construction equipment. The wooden deck planking is visible, along with various structural supports and temporary platforms. In the background, a bay or harbor extends toward a distant city skyline, with clear blue skies overhead. The scene depicts active restoration or maintenance work on this historic aircraft carrier.

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