An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the "Fighting Redcocks" of Strike Fighter Squadron 22, launches off of the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan. Super Hornets' versatility and reliability have established them as highly capable, battle-proven, multi-role aircraft that exceed the capabilities of advanced threat aircraft and integrated air defense systems anywhere in the world. Ronald Reagan is currently deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. Operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations are focused on reassuring regional partners of the United States' commitment to security, which promotes stability and global prosperity.