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    All in a day’s work: HMH-466 transports troops for training, provides aerial reconnaissance [Image 4 of 5]

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    A large military helicopter is captured in low-level flight over an arid, desert terrain adjacent to what appears to be a military airbase or forward operating base. The helicopter casts a distinct shadow on the sandy ground below, and the photo appears to be taken from another elevated aircraft or structure. Large tan-colored hangars and military infrastructure are visible in the background.

    HELMAND PROVINCE, AFGHANISTAN

    04.07.2014

    Photo by Sgt. Frances Candelaria 

    Regional Command Southwest

    A CH-53E Super Stallion with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 466 flies out on its second mission in Helmand province, Afghanistan, April 2, 2014. The Super Stallions set out for an aerial reconnaissance mission in support of ground troops by flying over areas of interest and bringing back requested information. (USMC Photo By: Sgt. Frances Johnson/Released)

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    Date Taken: 04.07.2014
    Date Posted: 04.07.2014 02:30
    Photo ID: 1228786
    VIRIN: 140402-M-JD595-8562
    Resolution: 5616x3744
    Size: 3.44 MB
    Location: HELMAND PROVINCE, AF
    Web Views: 111
    Downloads: 23

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    A large military helicopter, identifiable as a CH-53E Super Stallion bearing the number '50' and 'MARINES' markings, is photographed on a tarmac at night. Several personnel in military attire are visible around the aircraft, suggesting pre-flight or post-flight ground operations. A large white structure, possibly a hangar or blast wall, is visible in the background.
    A military aircrew member stands silhouetted on the open rear ramp of a large military cargo aircraft, likely a C-17 or C-130, at night on a flight line. Three American flags are prominently displayed inside the aircraft's cargo bay — one on each side wall and one draped from the ceiling overhead. The scene appears ceremonial or commemorative in nature, possibly related to a dignified transfer or memorial mission.
    A large military helicopter is captured in low-altitude flight over an arid, desert-like terrain. The rotor wash has kicked up a significant dust cloud behind the aircraft, indicating a recent takeoff or low hover maneuver. Sparse vegetation and what appear to be structures or vehicles are faintly visible in the background.
    A large military helicopter is captured in low-level flight over an arid, desert terrain adjacent to what appears to be a military airbase or forward operating base. The helicopter casts a distinct shadow on the sandy ground below, and the photo appears to be taken from another elevated aircraft or structure. Large tan-colored hangars and military infrastructure are visible in the background.
    An aerial photograph taken from inside a military helicopter, showing a door-mounted machine gun pointed outward over an arid, agricultural landscape below. A second military helicopter is visible in the mid-distance flying in formation. The terrain below appears to be a flat, semi-arid region with patchwork agricultural fields and a dry riverbed or road network visible.

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