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Vintage lot of 2 original U.S. Navy photographic slides documenting a
flight deck mishap/fire aboard USS Nimitz (CVN-68).
Dated: May 27, 1981
Identified as: “Flight Mishap 01-81”
Location noted: off the coast of Jacksonville, Florida
Issued by: Naval Photographic Center, Washington, D.C.
Includes original accompanying Navy paperwork referencing the images
Slides show active fire/explosion and crew response on deck
These are official U.S. Navy images, not modern reproductions.
Originally marked “Not Released” and later stamped “Released.”
Great historical material tied to a specific documented naval incident.
Condition: typical handling/storage wear; please see photos for detail.
Due to quantity, not every slide is individually photographed. Images shown represent the overall content and condition of the lot.
A substantial and visually striking archival group with strong historical, military, and exploration interest.
