The flight deck is located three decks above the hangar deck. Hornet's two bow catapults, the landing area, and a gorgeous view of the San Francisco Bay can be found here.
<>There are also a number of static aircraft displays, including this immaculately restored Grumman US-2B Tracker.
Here, Sparkman's high school buddy, Richard Luehring poses with Patrick Sparkman
Grumman US-2B Tracker, BuNo. 136691. Originally designated S2F under the old naval aircraft nomenclature, the Grumman S-2 Tracker was affectionately known as the "Stoof." Designed as an antisubmarine aircraft, some airframes were employed as general-purpose utility aircraft.
