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    Loading the bird for the drop [Image 4 of 5]

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    A group of military paratroopers in full combat gear are boarding a large military transport aircraft, likely a C-130 Hercules, via its rear ramp. The soldiers are equipped with parachute packs secured with yellow static lines, helmets, and camouflage uniforms. The scene takes place on a tarmac airfield with green hills visible in the background.

    PRISTINA, KOSOVO

    05.12.2014

    Photo by Sgt. Cody Barber 

    KFOR Regional Command East

    Paratroopers with 2nd Squadron, 38th Cavalry Regiment, 504th Battlefield Surveillance Brigade, load a U.S. Air Force C-130 aircraft before conducting an airborne training operation in Dakovica, Kosovo, May 12. The squadron coordinated for the aircraft to participate, and also used the Army’s MC-6 parachute system, allowing more maneuverability by the jumpers.

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    Date Taken: 05.12.2014
    Date Posted: 05.19.2014 07:58
    Photo ID: 1351858
    VIRIN: 140512-A-CB000-003
    Resolution: 960x640
    Size: 90.71 KB
    Location: PRISTINA, ZZ
    Hometown: FORT HOOD, TEXAS, US
    Web Views: 46
    Downloads: 4

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    A group of U.S. Army soldiers in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) camouflage are engaged in what appears to be a training exercise outdoors near a large gray building. Several soldiers stand in a line observing while two soldiers in the foreground are standing on large black plastic storage containers, appearing to practice balance or a specific drill. Blue foam mats are visible on the ground near the containers, suggesting a safety precaution for the activity.
    A group of U.S. Army soldiers in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) camouflage pattern are inside what appears to be a training facility with a metal structure. The foreground soldier is holding a rappelling or zip-line carabiner/pulley device attached to an overhead cable, suggesting airborne or rappelling training. Several other soldiers in helmets are visible in the background, waiting their turn.
    A military airborne operation is underway, with multiple paratroopers descending over an open grassy field under overcast skies. At least five parachutes are visible at various altitudes, suggesting a mass tactical jump. The drop zone appears to be a rural agricultural or training area with trees and low terrain visible in the background.
    A group of military paratroopers in full combat gear are boarding a large military transport aircraft, likely a C-130 Hercules, via its rear ramp. The soldiers are equipped with parachute packs secured with yellow static lines, helmets, and camouflage uniforms. The scene takes place on a tarmac airfield with green hills visible in the background.
    Military paratroopers are preparing to jump from what appears to be a C-130 or similar military transport aircraft. Soldiers in full combat gear and parachute rigs are lined up near the open jump door, with one soldier positioned at the door threshold. The image is taken from inside the aircraft looking toward the open door.

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