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    Cobras Strike in Afghanistan [Image 6 of 14]

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    A U.S. Marines AH-1W SuperCobra attack helicopter is captured in the process of lifting off or hovering just above a tarmac surface. The aircraft bears the side number '120' and 'MARINES' markings, with rotor blades visibly blurred from rotation. The helicopter is armed with what appears to be an AGM-114 Hellfire missile on its weapons pylon.

    CAMP BASTION, AFGHANISTAN

    01.12.2009

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Brian Jones 

    U.S. Marine Corps Forces Central Command

    An AH-1W Super Cobra helicopter takes off from the flight deck of Camp Bastion, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, Jan. 12. The Marine Light/Attack Helicopter Squadron 269, a section of the air combat element of Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - Afghanistan, provides fire support, security and visual reconnaissance support to 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, the ground combat element of SPMAGTF-A and other alliance forces. Marine aviation is a critical part of reinforcing success and sustaining the momentum of the ongoing progress by the alliance in Afghanistan.

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    Date Taken: 01.12.2009
    Date Posted: 01.23.2009 11:43
    Photo ID: 146646
    VIRIN: 090112-M-1876J-006
    Resolution: 4368x2912
    Size: 1.34 MB
    Location: CAMP BASTION, AF
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    Downloads: 59

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    A military airfield scene captured at golden hour/dusk showing attack helicopters in operation against a dramatic desert mountain backdrop. One helicopter is grounded on the tarmac while two others are airborne, suggesting active flight operations. The warm sunset lighting illuminates an arid, flat terrain with rugged mountains visible on the horizon.
    A dramatic silhouette photograph of what appear to be two military attack helicopters parked on a tarmac or flight line at sunset or sunrise. The strong backlight creates a stark black silhouette against a warm golden-orange sky, with the sun positioned directly behind the rotor hub of the foreground helicopter. The slim fuselage profile and tandem cockpit arrangement suggest these are AH-1 Cobra or similar attack helicopters.
    A military attack helicopter, consistent with an AH-1Z Viper or similar Cobra variant, is parked on a tarmac at dusk or dawn in what appears to be a forward operating base in an arid environment. The image is taken from a low ground-level angle, with a blue taxiway/runway marker light in the foreground. The overcast sky and low lighting create a dramatic silhouette effect on the rotor blades.
    A U.S. Marine Corps AH-1W SuperCobra attack helicopter, marked with the number '30', is parked on a concrete flight line in an arid desert environment. The image is taken from a low angle, emphasizing the helicopter's tandem cockpit, weapons pylons, and two-blade main rotor. Additional helicopters and ground support equipment are visible in the background.
    Military attack helicopters are parked on a flight line tarmac during twilight or dawn conditions. The foreground features a tandem-seat attack helicopter, consistent with an AH-1 Cobra or similar variant, with rotor blades extended. At least one additional helicopter is visible in the background, and a figure in a red garment stands near the aircraft on the right side.
    A U.S. Marines AH-1W SuperCobra attack helicopter is captured in the process of lifting off or hovering just above a tarmac surface. The aircraft bears the side number '120' and 'MARINES' markings, with rotor blades visibly blurred from rotation. The helicopter is armed with what appears to be an AGM-114 Hellfire missile on its weapons pylon.
    Military personnel are conducting ground operations around what appears to be an AH-1 Cobra attack helicopter on a flight line or tarmac. Several crew members and ground support staff in tan/desert camouflage uniforms are visible performing pre-flight or post-flight procedures. A red fire extinguisher cart is positioned to the right, consistent with standard aircraft safety protocols.
    Two military aircrew members are seated in the tandem cockpit of a military aircraft, likely a helicopter or attack aircraft. Both personnel are wearing flight helmets and tactical gear. One crew member appears to be waving or gesturing with a raised hand.
    A U.S. Marines AH-1W SuperCobra attack helicopter is captured in a low hover above a tarmac or airfield surface. The aircraft bears the number '120' on its fuselage and 'MARINES' markings on the tail boom. The helicopter appears to be in an active flight state with rotor blades in motion.
    A military attack helicopter, identifiable as a Bell AH-1Z Viper (or similar AH-1 SuperCobra variant), sits on a rocky, arid terrain with its rotors spinning. A single military personnel member stands to the right of the aircraft, wearing hearing protection and observing the helicopter. The aircraft appears armed with munitions visible on its weapon pylons.
    A military helicopter, identifiable as a U.S. Marine Corps AH-1Z Viper attack helicopter (tail number 29), is parked on a tarmac in what appears to be a desert environment. A crew member wearing a tactical vest and tan flight suit is performing maintenance or pre-flight inspection by accessing the open cockpit area. Ground support equipment, including a red fire extinguisher cart, is visible nearby.
    A U.S. Marine Corps AH-1Z Viper attack helicopter with rotor blades spinning is on what appears to be a desert airstrip or ship deck. Ground crew personnel in tan flight suits are conducting pre-flight or post-flight checks, with one crew member communicating with the cockpit crew via hand signals. The helicopter bears the side number '120' and 'MA' tail markings, consistent with a Marine Aviation unit.
    Military ground crew personnel are conducting pre-flight or maintenance checks on a U.S. Marine Corps AH-1W SuperCobra attack helicopter on a flight line or tarmac. The image appears to be taken during early morning or late afternoon based on the warm, low-angle sunlight. At least three personnel are visible working around the aircraft, with one appearing to be a helmeted pilot or crew member.
    Two military personnel in olive/green fleece jackets are inspecting or working on the weapons system of a military attack helicopter on a flight line. One individual is wearing a flight helmet with ear protection pushed up. The setting appears to be a desert environment based on the flat, arid terrain visible in the background.

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