The image is a black and white photograph of a fighter jet taking off from an aircraft carrier. The jet is in the center of the image, with its nose pointing towards the right side of the frame. It appears to be in mid-flight, with smoke trailing behind it. The aircraft carrier is visible in the background, with other fighter jets visible on the deck. The sky is overcast and the ground is wet, suggesting that it has recently rained. The image is taken from a high angle, looking down on the jet as it takes off.