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    56.1 EOD helocasting operations [Image 6 of 9]

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    Military personnel are positioned inside what appears to be the open rear ramp of a helicopter or transport aircraft flying over water. The image is taken from inside the aircraft looking outward toward the open ramp, with ocean waves visible below. Personnel are wearing tactical gear, helmets, and communications headsets, suggesting an active military operation.

    ARABIAN GULF, BAHRAIN

    07.07.2015

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Tyler Thompson  

    Commander Task Force 56

    150707-N-QA919-415 ARABIAN GULF (July 7, 2015)- Chief Hull Technician Mario Pais, assigned to Commander, Task Group (CTG) 56.1, is helped into an MH-53E Sea Dragon by Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 2nd Class Joshua Betts, CTG 56.1, during helocasting training operations. Helocasting is a technique performed to insert small unit special operations forces into a maritime area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tyler N. Thompson/Released)

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    Date Taken: 07.07.2015
    Date Posted: 07.31.2015 16:55
    Photo ID: 2098457
    VIRIN: 150707-N-QA919-415
    Resolution: 4592x3280
    Size: 1.71 MB
    Location: ARABIAN GULF, BH
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    A male individual wearing professional diving gear is photographed in a dimly lit interior environment, likely a military or rescue aircraft. He is equipped with a black diving helmet marked 'PRO', large diving goggles, a snorkel, and an Aqua Lung wetsuit with orange accents. His face appears wet, suggesting recent water exposure or perspiration.
    The image shows the interior of a military helicopter, likely a CH-47 Chinook or similar large transport helicopter, with multiple personnel seated along the sides of the cargo bay. Several individuals wearing helmets and tactical gear are seated while two crew members appear to be standing near the open rear ramp. The lighting is predominantly dark with bright light visible through the open rear of the aircraft.
    A military aircrew member wearing a flight helmet with visor and oxygen mask is lying prone on the floor of an aircraft, peering through an open hatch or observation window in the floor. The bright white light emanating from the opening suggests the aircraft is airborne over a bright surface such as clouds or open water. At least one other crew member in flight suit is visible in the background.
    The image is taken from inside a military aircraft or vessel looking down through an open hatch or ramp at a swimmer in turbulent turquoise water. The swimmer is wearing a wetsuit, helmet, and goggles, and is holding swim fins above the water while looking upward. This appears to be a military combat swimmer or rescue swimmer operation, likely a helicopter or aircraft water insertion/extraction exercise.
    Military personnel are positioned on what appears to be the open ramp of a military transport aircraft, likely a C-130 or similar cargo aircraft, in flight. One individual wearing a flight helmet and camouflage uniform is crouched low on the ramp, appearing to inspect or secure something on the surface. The image is taken from a low angle with the overcast sky visible in the background.
    Military personnel are positioned inside what appears to be the open rear ramp of a helicopter or transport aircraft flying over water. The image is taken from inside the aircraft looking outward toward the open ramp, with ocean waves visible below. Personnel are wearing tactical gear, helmets, and communications headsets, suggesting an active military operation.
    The image shows a diver or swimmer in a black wetsuit and diving mask in churning, turbulent water, viewed from above through what appears to be an opening in a vessel or platform. The person appears to be entering or exiting the water, with swim fins visible on their feet. The perspective suggests the photo was taken from a ship, helicopter, or elevated structure looking down at the water surface.
    Two individuals are seated together, both wearing black helmets. The person in the foreground wears a Pro-Tec helmet and a black wetsuit with a braided hairstyle, while the person in the background wears camouflage military attire and a plain black helmet. The setting appears to be inside a vehicle or aircraft, suggesting a tactical or water-based operational context.
    An aerial photograph taken from what appears to be a helicopter or aircraft shows a swimmer in a black wetsuit in open turquoise water. The swimmer is towing or handling a red rescue buoy attached to a line or tether. The image appears to document a water rescue operation or training exercise.

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