Striped Aircraft Arresting Barrier on USS Hornet Flight Deck

Striped Aircraft Arresting Barrier on USS Hornet Flight Deck

Friday, February 27th, 2026 at 8:53:46 PM · 2026/USS Hornet

A tall, pyramid-shaped aircraft arresting barrier dominates the frame, featuring alternating red and tan horizontal stripes. The structure has a white/grey base with visible mechanical components and access panels. It sits on the weathered flight deck of the USS Hornet aircraft carrier museum, with white runway markings visible on the deck. The San Francisco skyline can be seen in the distance across the bay, under a clear blue sky with wispy clouds.

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