US Navy F-4 Phantom Jet on USS Hornet Deck

US Navy F-4 Phantom Jet on USS Hornet Deck

Friday, February 27th, 2026 at 9:03:11 PM · 2026/USS Hornet

This photograph captures a decommissioned US Navy F-4 Phantom II fighter jet displayed on the flight deck of the USS Hornet aircraft carrier museum. The aircraft features distinctive shark teeth nose art and is painted in light gray livery with the classic US Air Force roundel markings. Black straps secure the aircraft to the deck, and various warning labels are visible on the fuselage. The image is taken from a low angle showing the aircraft's nose and fuselage against a bright blue sky with wispy clouds. The clean concrete deck and safety chains are visible in the foreground, while the museum setting extends in the background.

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