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    31st MEU Supports an Amphibious Assault during Talisman Sabre 15 [Image 4 of 12]

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    A U.S. Marines heavy-lift helicopter, identifiable as a CH-53E Super Stallion, is positioned on what appears to be the flight deck of a naval vessel at sunrise or sunset. The rotors are spinning, indicated by motion blur, and personnel in flight gear are visible near the aircraft. The dramatic backlighting from the low sun creates a silhouette effect across the scene.

    USS BONHOMME RICHARD (LHD 6), AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY, AUSTRALIA

    07.11.2015

    Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Ismael Pena 

    31st Marine Expeditionary Unit       

    U.S. Marine Corps CH-53 Super Stallion helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit sits on the flight deck in preparation for takeoff in support of an amphibious assault during exercise Talisman Sabre 2015 aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary (LHD 6), at sea, Australia, July 11, 2015. Talisman Sabre is a major bilateral exercise that demonstrates the strong Australian-U.S. alliance and military relationship. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by GySgt Ismael Pena/released)

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    Date Taken: 07.11.2015
    Date Posted: 07.11.2015 11:42
    Photo ID: 2055852
    VIRIN: 150711-M-CX588-087
    Resolution: 5616x3744
    Size: 896.14 KB
    Location: USS BONHOMME RICHARD (LHD 6), AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY, AU
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    A group of U.S. Marines in desert camouflage uniforms are disembarking or staging on the flight deck of a naval vessel near a large CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter marked 'MARINES' and numbered '24'. The personnel are carrying full combat gear, backpacks, and weapons. The scene appears to take place at dusk or dawn over open ocean.
    A group of fully equipped U.S. Marines are disembarking from or boarding a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter on what appears to be the flight deck of a naval vessel. The Marines are wearing desert camouflage uniforms and carrying full combat gear including weapons, backpacks, and body armor. The scene appears to be taking place at dusk or dawn based on the low-light sky conditions.
    A U.S. Marines MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft with tail number 8032 and unit designation VMM-265 is on the flight deck of a naval vessel with rotors spinning. A column of Marines in desert camouflage uniforms carrying full combat gear and backpacks are boarding the aircraft via its rear ramp. The scene appears to be an embarkation operation, likely during early morning or late afternoon based on the warm, low-angle lighting.
    A U.S. Marines heavy-lift helicopter, identifiable as a CH-53E Super Stallion, is positioned on what appears to be the flight deck of a naval vessel at sunrise or sunset. The rotors are spinning, indicated by motion blur, and personnel in flight gear are visible near the aircraft. The dramatic backlighting from the low sun creates a silhouette effect across the scene.
    A large military helicopter, appearing to be a CH-53E Super Stallion, is hovering or landing on the flight deck of a naval vessel. A deck crew member in a yellow jersey is signaling with raised arms, directing the aircraft. At least one additional helicopter is visible parked on the far left of the flight deck.
    A flight deck operations scene aboard a U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship, showing deck crew directing an AV-8B Harrier II jet aircraft on the flight deck. Personnel wearing yellow jerseys marked 'FLY 2' and 'OSY LHD6' are signaling the aircraft, indicating this is an LHD-class ship. A helicopter is faintly visible in the background sky over open ocean.
    A military jet aircraft, identifiable as an AV-8B Harrier II, is preparing for takeoff or has just landed on the flight deck of a naval aircraft carrier. Flight deck crew members wearing yellow jerseys and white helmets are visible, with one prominently signaling in the foreground. Black exhaust smoke is visible rising from the aircraft's engine.
    Two flight deck crew members in yellow jerseys and helmets are directing a U.S. Marines UH-1Y Venom helicopter during takeoff or landing operations on the deck of a naval amphibious assault ship. The helicopter is hovering just above the flight deck with rotors in motion. The scene takes place at sea under clear skies.
    A U.S. Marine crew member sits in the open rear ramp/door of a military tiltrotor or helicopter aircraft marked 'VMM-265' and 'MARINES' on the fuselage, with the number '10' also visible. The aircraft is positioned on the flight deck of a naval vessel, with open ocean visible in the background. The service member is in full flight gear including a helmet, tactical vest, and tan uniform.
    A military tiltrotor aircraft, identified as an MV-22 Osprey marked '03', is hovering low over the flight deck of a naval vessel. A flight deck crew member in a yellow jersey and helmet is signaling with one arm raised, directing the aircraft during landing or takeoff operations. The scene takes place at sea under clear blue skies.
    The image shows at least two MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft on the flight deck of a naval vessel, with rotors spinning. Military personnel in combat gear and backpacks are boarding the primary aircraft via its rear ramp. The scene appears to be an amphibious assault or training operation conducted at sea.
    U.S. Marines are boarding or disembarking a large military helicopter on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. The helicopter, marked 'MARINES,' appears to be a Sikorsky CH-53E Super Stallion with its rotor blades in motion. Personnel are in full combat gear including helmets, body armor, and backpacks.

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