Bright Star Friendship Jump

Courtesy Photo | A U.S. jumpmaster conducts an inspection of an Egyptian paratrooper before the Bright Star Friendship Jump, Nov. 11, on Koum Asheem drop zone in Egypt. The friendship jump and wing exchange were part of Bright Star, a two-week biennial training exercise involving military personnel from 13 nations.  

11.11.2007

Courtesy Story

U.S. Army Central   

U.S. and coalition forces conducted a Friendship Jump at Koum Asheem drop zone, Nov. 11, in Cairo, Egypt, 6:30 a.m. as part of the Bright Star exercise. Approximately 200 paratroopers participated in the Friendship Jump from the United States, Egypt, Kuwait, Germany, and Yemen. There was an airborne wing exchange at the conclusion of the jump.

Nearly 7,100 Soldiers, Airmen, Marines and Sailors from Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Jordan, Kuwait, Netherlands, Pakistan, Turkey, the United Kingdom, the United States and Yemen are participating in this year's Bright Star exercise. Bright Star is a centerpiece in strengthening military to military relationship for U.S. and coalition forces while increasing awareness and appreciation of each participant's culture, customs and professional military skills.

• Date Taken: 11.11.2007
• Date Posted: 11.11.2007 12:47
• Story ID: 13793