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    Deicing keeps JBER aircraft operational [Image 1 of 5]

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    A military C-130 Hercules transport aircraft is undergoing de-icing operations on a snow-covered airfield tarmac. A de-icing truck with an elevated boom arm is positioned alongside the aircraft, applying de-icing fluid to the wings and fuselage. The scene appears to be at dawn or dusk in a cold-weather environment, likely at a military air base.

    JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, ALASKA, UNITED STATES

    12.08.2015

    Photo by Alejandro Pena  

    Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson   

    U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 732nd Air Mobility Squadron deice an Alaska Air National Guard C-130H Hercules belonging to the 144th Airlift Squadron on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Dec. 8, 2015. Deicing keeps aircraft operational despite the harsh Alaska winters by removing heavy layers of snow, ice and frost that could adversely affect flight. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alejandro Pena)

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    Date Taken: 12.08.2015
    Date Posted: 12.12.2015 03:47
    Photo ID: 2329241
    VIRIN: 151208-F-YH552-032
    Resolution: 4514x3004
    Size: 1.91 MB
    Location: JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, ALASKA, US
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    A military C-130 Hercules transport aircraft is undergoing de-icing operations on a snow-covered airfield tarmac. A de-icing truck with an elevated boom arm is positioned alongside the aircraft, applying de-icing fluid to the wings and fuselage. The scene appears to be at dawn or dusk in a cold-weather environment, likely at a military air base.
    A military cargo aircraft, identified as belonging to Alaska Air National Guard ('The Last Frontier' tail stripe, 'ANC' code), is being de-iced by a ground crew member operating an elevated de-icing vehicle. The aircraft appears to be a C-130 Hercules covered in snow and ice, with de-icing fluid being sprayed onto the tail section and horizontal stabilizers. The operation is taking place in cold, wintry conditions, likely at Anchorage (ANC) airport.
    A large military turboprop aircraft, consistent with a C-130 Hercules, is undergoing de-icing operations on a snow-covered airfield ramp in what appears to be a cold, overcast Arctic or subarctic environment. A boom-lift vehicle is spraying de-icing fluid onto the aircraft's left wing and propeller area, producing large clouds of steam or vapor. Several ground support vehicles and personnel are visible around the aircraft.
    An aircraft de-icing operation is underway, with a specialized de-icing vehicle spraying heated fluid onto the wing of a large aircraft. The elevated operator cab is positioned above the aircraft wing, directing a pressurized spray nozzle that emits a visible stream of de-icing fluid accompanied by steam or vapor. The scene appears to be taking place at dusk or dawn under overcast, cold-weather conditions.
    A de-icing operation is being performed on a U.S. military aircraft, specifically targeting the tail section and horizontal stabilizers. A de-icing vehicle with an elevated operator cab is spraying fluid or steam at high pressure, dislodging large chunks of ice from the aircraft's surfaces. The aircraft bears a U.S. flag, the serial number 20061, and a yellow band with partial text reading 'Frontier'.

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