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    Landing craft air cushion departs from Marine Corps Base Hawaii to USS New Orleans [Image 3 of 4]

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    A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft is operating in shallow turquoise coastal waters, approaching or departing a beach. The vessel displays 'NAVY' lettering and an American flag on its hull, along with the designation 'LCAC' followed by a number. The craft is generating significant spray and mist as it operates at speed near a rocky shoreline with tropical vegetation in the background.

    OAHU, HAWAII, UNITED STATES

    08.30.2013

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Gary Granger Jr. 

    U.S. Navy           

    A landing craft air cushion from Assault Craft Unit 5 departs from Marine Corps Base Hawaii to the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans is underway for deployment as part of the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gary Granger Jr./Released)

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    Date Taken: 08.30.2013
    Date Posted: 09.03.2013 22:24
    Photo ID: 1009414
    VIRIN: 130830-N-YR391-041
    Resolution: 2250x1500
    Size: 1.31 MB
    Location: OAHU, HAWAII, US
    Web Views: 197
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    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are gathered in what appears to be the vehicle deck (well deck) of a naval amphibious assault ship. Several soldiers are seated and standing among military vehicles, including what appears to be a Humvee and an amphibious assault vehicle, secured with heavy chains. The space is characterized by exposed overhead piping, fluorescent lighting, and an open stern gate allowing natural light to enter.
    The image shows the interior of a military aircraft cockpit from a rear perspective, with a helmeted pilot visible in the foreground. Through the cockpit windshield, a large naval vessel (likely an aircraft carrier or amphibious assault ship) is visible over open ocean, suggesting the aircraft is approaching or operating near the ship. The cockpit is densely populated with analog and digital instrumentation panels.
    A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft is operating in shallow turquoise coastal waters, approaching or departing a beach. The vessel displays 'NAVY' lettering and an American flag on its hull, along with the designation 'LCAC' followed by a number. The craft is generating significant spray and mist as it operates at speed near a rocky shoreline with tropical vegetation in the background.
    Three military personnel are positioned on top of a green armored fighting vehicle, likely a Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) or similar amphibious assault vehicle. The crew members are wearing combat gear, helmets with communications headsets, and tactical vests. The vehicle is heavily equipped with antennas, sensors, and external gear strapped to its hull.

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