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    A fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is captured in flight, appearing to be on approach for landing at a forward operating base. The base features characteristic HESCO barrier perimeter walls topped with concertina wire, and a ground support vehicle with a launch/recovery ramp and lighting tower is visible in the foreground. An orange windsock is visible on a pole, indicating wind conditions for flight operations.

    KANDAHAR AIRFIELD, AFGHANISTAN

    09.12.2013

    Photo by Spc. Joshua Edwards 

    2d Cavalry Regiment

    A U.S. Army RQ7B Shadow Technical Unmanned Aircraft System, operated by Soldiers assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, Combined Task Force Dragoon, is launched at Forward Operating Base Pasab, in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan, Sept. 12, 2013. The aircraft was used for aerial reconnaissance and mission communications. (U.S. Army Photo by Spc. Joshua Edwards/Released)

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    Date Taken: 09.12.2013
    Date Posted: 09.17.2013 10:24
    Photo ID: 1020009
    VIRIN: 130912-A-ZR192-452
    Resolution: 2848x4288
    Size: 3.58 MB
    Location: KANDAHAR AIRFIELD, AF
    Web Views: 91
    Downloads: 19

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    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms are preparing a fixed-wing UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) on a catapult launch rail system at what appears to be a forward operating base. A tan military HMMWV (Humvee) with a large command/communications box body is parked in the background. The setting is an arid desert environment surrounded by HESCO barriers topped with concertina wire.
    A U.S. Army soldier wearing MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform, identified by name tape 'SAYEG', is operating or inspecting military ground equipment at what appears to be a forward operating base in an arid environment. The soldier is wearing aviation-style headset with a boom microphone and protective eyewear while working on what appears to be aircraft ground support or launch equipment. The background shows a desert landscape with additional military equipment and structures visible.
    Two military personnel in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms are working on what appears to be a UAV launch or recovery operation at a forward operating base in an arid environment. The foreground shows a trailer marked 'M157 TLR' with red tail lights, while the personnel wear hearing protection headsets and safety glasses. The setting appears to be a desert airfield or flight line with gravel surface and an orange wind indicator visible in the background.
    A U.S. military service member wearing MultiCam (OCP) camouflage uniform, hearing protection headset, and glasses is working on a forward operating base in what appears to be an arid environment. The soldier, identified by a name tape reading 'SAYEG' and wearing a USAF patch, is moving near ground support equipment on a gravel surface. A second service member is visible in the background working near what appears to be a small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) or aircraft component.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms are working with what appears to be a RQ-7 Shadow unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) on a gravel surface at a forward operating base. One soldier is observing while the other performs hands-on maintenance or pre-launch checks on the aircraft's wing section. The background shows HESCO barrier walls and arid, mountainous terrain consistent with Afghanistan.
    Three military personnel in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms are working on what appears to be a fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) on a gravel surface at a forward operating base. The soldiers are inspecting or preparing the drone, which is mounted on a launch rail or cradle. The background shows HESCO barrier walls and arid desert terrain consistent with a Middle Eastern or Central Asian deployment.
    A military soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is operating a small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV/drone) at what appears to be a forward operating base in an arid desert environment. The soldier is wearing communications headset and watching the small fixed-wing drone in flight. A catapult launch system is visible in the background near a HESCO barrier wall.
    A U.S. military soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is preparing or positioning a RQ-7 Shadow unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) on a desert airstrip. The aircraft bears the serial number 2538 and is painted in standard gray military livery. The setting appears to be a forward operating base in a desert environment, consistent with operations in Afghanistan or Iraq.
    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is working with an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), identifiable as an RQ-7 Shadow drone, at a forward operating base. The setting appears to be an arid environment consistent with Afghanistan or a similar theater of operations. The soldier is conducting pre-flight or maintenance checks on the drone, which is positioned on a wooden platform.
    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is performing maintenance or pre-flight checks on what appears to be a RQ-7 Shadow unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). The aircraft is resting on a wooden platform in what appears to be a forward operating base in an arid environment. Shipping containers and military equipment are visible in the background.
    A military service member in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is performing maintenance on a fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) numbered '2538', consistent with an RQ-7 Shadow or similar tactical drone. The work is taking place on a wooden platform in what appears to be a forward operating base (FOB) maintenance area. An ISAF (International Security Assistance Force) patch is visible on the soldier's shoulder, indicating operations in Afghanistan.
    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is performing maintenance on what appears to be a small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) or drone, pouring fluid into its engine/motor assembly. The soldier is wearing sunglasses and a blue latex glove on one hand, suggesting a maintenance or fueling procedure. The setting appears to be a forward operating base or military installation in an arid environment.
    A military service member in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is performing maintenance or technical work on what appears to be an aircraft or weapons system component. The individual is leaning over a gray metallic surface, using a tool to work on a mechanical assembly. The image is taken from a low angle, emphasizing the equipment in the foreground.
    A U.S. Army soldier named Waltho, wearing MultiCam (OCP) camouflage uniform, is performing maintenance on what appears to be a military vehicle or aircraft by pouring a red fluid through a blue funnel into a fill port. The soldier wears protective eyewear and has a U.S. flag patch and a unit patch reading 'TOUJOURS PRET' (Always Ready) on his sleeve. The setting appears to be a covered maintenance bay or hangar.
    A military service member in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is inspecting or performing maintenance on an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), identified by the number '2547' on its fuselage. The setting appears to be a forward operating base (FOB) in an arid, mountainous region, with tan military tents and gravel ground visible in the background. The soldier is wearing a communications headset and leaning over the wing of the UAV.
    A U.S. Army soldier named Jones is working on or inspecting military equipment, likely a vehicle or weapons system. He is wearing MultiCam (OCP) camouflage uniform, tactical headset with boom microphone, and dark sunglasses. The photo is taken from a low angle against a clear blue sky, giving a dramatic perspective.
    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is working on a mechanical boom or antenna mast assembly in an arid, desert environment. The soldier is wearing communications headgear with a boom microphone and carrying a radio, suggesting active coordination during the equipment setup. The background shows gravel terrain and tan military vehicles consistent with a forward operating base.
    A military service member in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is working with both hands on a piece of equipment, likely a communications antenna or signal device. The soldier is wearing aviation-style headphones (David Clark-type) and dark sunglasses, suggesting a communications or aviation support role. The setting appears to be an outdoor forward operating base in an arid environment.
    A U.S. military service member in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is working on what appears to be a small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV/drone) mounted on a catapult launch rail system. The setting is an arid, desert forward operating base with gravel ground and sparse structures visible in the background. The soldier is wearing hearing protection headset with a boom microphone and protective sunglasses while performing pre-launch or maintenance procedures.
    A U.S. military soldier wearing MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform with ISAF patch is handling a small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV/drone) on a gravel surface at what appears to be a forward operating base in a desert environment. The soldier, whose name tape reads 'JONES,' is wearing hearing protection and goggles while working with the aircraft, which bears the label 'NO HAND HOLD.' The setting and patches suggest this was taken during operations in Afghanistan.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform and boonie hat is seated on a wooden pallet in a forward operating base or combat outpost, leaning against a military equipment case. The surrounding area features HESCO barrier walls, gravel ground, and arid desert conditions. The soldier appears to be resting in a relaxed posture.
    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is bent over working with cable or wire using pliers/cutters on a gravel surface at what appears to be a forward operating base. The soldier wears a boonie hat and has a U.S. flag patch and a 3rd Infantry Division patch visible on the left sleeve. The background shows concrete barriers (HESCO or T-walls), tents, and military structures consistent with a deployed base environment.
    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is operating what appears to be a fuel or water valve/pump assembly in an arid, forward operating base environment. The soldier wears a boonie hat, sunglasses, and tactical gloves while manipulating a red valve handle on a green military container. The background shows HESCO barrier walls, gravel terrain, and a clear desert sky consistent with Afghanistan.
    A U.S. Army soldier wearing MultiCam (OCP) camouflage uniform is working at ground level, handling a cable or rope with a red carabiner/clamp device. The soldier displays an ISAF (International Security Assistance Force) patch and a U.S. flag patch, indicating deployment in Afghanistan. The photo is taken from a low angle, giving a wide-angle perspective of a forward operating base environment.
    A gray unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is captured on or just above a paved runway surface, appearing to be in the process of landing or taking off. The setting is a desert military installation, identifiable by the HESCO barrier walls topped with razor wire in the background. The environment is arid with gravel and sparse vegetation visible.
    A military service member in camouflage uniform stands behind a small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV/drone) on a paved runway or taxiway at what appears to be a forward operating base. The drone is a pusher-propeller type UAV with a wide wingspan, positioned in the foreground. The setting shows a arid, desert environment with concrete barriers (T-walls/HESCO barriers) lining the perimeter.
    A silhouetted individual stands behind a small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) on a paved surface, likely a military airstrip or tarmac. The image is backlit by a bright sun, creating strong contrast between the subjects and the sky. The surrounding environment includes concrete barriers and sparse vegetation, suggesting a military forward operating base.
    A military personnel in camouflage uniform is handling a small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV/drone) on a paved surface at what appears to be a forward operating base. The drone bears the number '2538' and has 'NO HAND HOLD' markings on its wing. The setting includes concrete blast walls, military tents, and satellite communication equipment typical of a deployed military installation.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform and boonie hat is working on what appears to be a forward operating base (FOB), handling metal poles or frame components on a circular platform. The setting appears to be an arid, desert environment with temporary military structures including plywood buildings and canvas tents visible in the background. The fisheye lens distortion is evident in the wide-angle composition.
    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is performing maintenance or fluid-transfer work at what appears to be a forward operating base workshop. The soldier, whose name tape reads 'ANDERSON,' is bent over a workbench pouring liquid through a blue funnel into a container. The setting is an open-air or semi-covered maintenance bay with concrete blast walls visible in the background.
    A soldier wearing ISAF (International Security Assistance Force) patch and MultiCam camouflage uniform is handling a small fixed-wing UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle), likely a RQ-11 Raven or similar hand-launched drone. The setting appears to be a forward operating base maintenance area or hangar with concrete blast walls visible in the background. The soldier is inspecting or assembling the UAV components.
    A military service member in tan/MultiCam uniform is working on equipment at night, illuminated by a headlamp mounted on their head. The low-angle shot captures the soldier leaning over what appears to be a metal rail or track system, with motion blur suggesting active physical work. The deep blue night sky and surrounding gravel terrain suggest an austere forward operating environment.
    A U.S. Army soldier wearing MultiCam (OCP) camouflage uniform is working on a ruggedized military laptop computer outdoors at what appears to be a forward operating base (FOB). The soldier wears patches indicating affiliation with the 10th Mountain Division and ISAF (International Security Assistance Force), suggesting deployment in Afghanistan. The image is taken from a low angle through a tent opening, with a gravel-covered base environment visible in the background.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms are preparing or inspecting a small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) on a launch rail system. The setting appears to be a forward operating base in an arid environment, likely Afghanistan. Both soldiers are wearing headsets and sunglasses while conducting pre-launch or post-recovery procedures on the drone.
    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is handling a piece of military equipment, appearing to be a launch rail or mechanical arm assembly, mounted on a military trailer. The soldier is wearing communications headgear, sunglasses, and tactical gloves, operating in an arid desert environment. Patches visible include 'U.S. ARMY' and an 'ISAF' patch, indicating deployment in Afghanistan.
    A uniformed military soldier is performing pre-flight or maintenance checks on a fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) mounted on a launch rail system. The aircraft bears the serial number '2596' and is positioned on what appears to be a forward operating base or airfield with gravel ground surface. A red fire extinguisher cart is visible in the background near a concrete barrier wall.
    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is walking on a concrete surface at what appears to be a forward operating base in an arid environment. The soldier is wearing communication headsets and holding a notepad or checklist, with a red lanyard visible, suggesting a role in flight operations or ground control. The background features HESCO barrier walls, gravel, and military equipment including a trailer with an extended boom or antenna structure.
    A fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is captured in flight, appearing to be on approach for landing at a forward operating base. The base features characteristic HESCO barrier perimeter walls topped with concertina wire, and a ground support vehicle with a launch/recovery ramp and lighting tower is visible in the foreground. An orange windsock is visible on a pole, indicating wind conditions for flight operations.

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