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    340th EARS refuels F-18s [Image 6 of 13]

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    A military fighter jet, consistent with an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet configuration, is photographed in flight above a dense cloud layer. The aircraft is captured from a slightly elevated angle, likely from another aircraft, showing it armed with wing-mounted ordnance or fuel tanks. The image is rendered in a dark, desaturated tone with dramatic cloud formations below.

    IRAQ

    03.03.2016

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Corey Hook  

    United States Air Forces Central           

    A United States Navy F-18 Hornet aircraft flies over Iraq, March 3, 2016. The United States stands with a coalition of more than 60 international partners to assist and support the Iraqi Security Forces to degrade and defeat ISIL. Coalition forces fly daily missions in support of Operation Inherent Resolve.(U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Corey Hook/Released)

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    Date Taken: 03.03.2016
    Date Posted: 03.05.2016 06:05
    Photo ID: 2443124
    VIRIN: 160303-F-ZU607-293
    Resolution: 4083x2722
    Size: 1.01 MB
    Location: IQ
    Web Views: 70
    Downloads: 25

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    Military personnel are gathered on an airfield tarmac around a yellow-green ground support cart, appearing to review documentation or conduct an inspection. A large military tanker aircraft, identifiable as a KC-135 with markings indicating '55 ARW' (Air Refueling Wing), is positioned directly behind them. The scene appears to take place at a forward operating base or deployed location based on the hazy, arid atmospheric conditions.
    A military crew member wearing a flight helmet with communications headset peers through an open hatch or window of a military aircraft in flight. The image is dramatically lit with strong contrast between the dark interior and the bright sky visible through the opening. Clouds are visible below, indicating the aircraft is at altitude.
    An aerial refueling operation is captured from above, showing a military jet aircraft receiving fuel from a tanker aircraft. The receiver aircraft displays 'ANG' markings (Air National Guard) and the number '155' is visible on the tanker's tail. The image is taken from the perspective of the tanker boom operator looking down at the receiver aircraft.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet, bureau number 311, assigned to squadron VFA-311 'Rampagers' with modex code 'EXS', is photographed in flight against an overcast gray sky. The aircraft is shown in a slightly banked attitude, revealing its underside and weapons loadout. The jet shows signs of heavy operational use with visible weathering and exhaust staining.
    An aerial refueling operation is captured from the perspective of a tanker aircraft looking down at a fighter jet receiving fuel. The receiver aircraft is marked with 'ANG' (Air National Guard) and the number '155' on its wing, and is connected to the tanker's refueling boom. The terrain below appears arid and semi-rural, visible through partial cloud cover.
    A military fighter jet, consistent with an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet configuration, is photographed in flight above a dense cloud layer. The aircraft is captured from a slightly elevated angle, likely from another aircraft, showing it armed with wing-mounted ordnance or fuel tanks. The image is rendered in a dark, desaturated tone with dramatic cloud formations below.
    Two military jet aircraft are flying in formation through a heavily overcast sky. The foreground aircraft is captured from a near head-on perspective, revealing its full wingspan and underside payload configuration. The image is rendered in a desaturated, monochromatic tone consistent with overcast lighting conditions.
    Two U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter jets flying in close formation above a cloud layer. The aircraft are photographed from a slightly elevated angle, likely from a third aircraft, showing their top and side profiles. Both jets appear to be carrying external ordnance and fuel tanks on their hardpoints.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet with bureau number 504 is photographed in close-up during flight. The two-seat fighter jet is equipped with multiple weapons and external stores, and both cockpit seats appear to be occupied. The aircraft displays U.S. Navy markings including a roundel on the fuselage.
    A pilot or flight crew member is performing an overhead panel check inside a military or large transport aircraft cockpit. The individual is reaching upward to manipulate switches or controls on the overhead console panel. The cockpit environment shows multiple instrument panels, displays, and avionics equipment consistent with a large multi-engine aircraft.
    A woman wearing Bose noise-canceling headphones and a tan/khaki flight suit is seated in a military aircraft cockpit. She is gesturing with her right hand, possibly communicating or explaining something. The cockpit displays numerous switches, controls, and illuminated screens consistent with a large military transport or patrol aircraft.
    A pilot or aircrew member is seated in the cockpit of a military or large transport aircraft, wearing Bose aviation headphones and a tan/flight suit uniform. The cockpit features an extensive array of analog and digital instruments, switches, and displays typical of a large military transport or tanker aircraft. The image is taken from behind and slightly to the side, with dramatic lighting highlighting the subject against the instrument panel.
    A military airfield scene photographed at sunset or sunrise, featuring a large U.S. Air Force aircraft prominently in the foreground right. Personnel and ground equipment are visible near the aircraft, with a shuttle bus and at least one additional military aircraft visible in the background. The low-light silhouette conditions create a dramatic atmospheric composition.

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    F-18
    Aerial Refueling
    KC-135
    USAF
    Operation Inherent Resolve
    U.S. Navy

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