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    Patriot Battery defends AUAB from airborne threats [Image 7 of 10]

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    Military personnel are conducting a loading or equipment handling operation at what appears to be a forward operating base in an arid desert environment. A large military front-end loader/forklift is lifting a substantial piece of military equipment, while ground personnel provide guidance and oversight. The setting features sandy terrain, military vehicles, and stacked equipment containers in the background.

    AL UDEID AIR BASE, QATAR

    03.04.2015

    Photo by Tech. Sgt. James Hodgman 

    379th Air Expeditionary Wing

    1-62 Delta Battery Air Defense Artillery Regiment Soldiers direct a forklift into position during a missile reloading training exercise at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, March 4. The Patriot missiles at AUAB protect the base from a variety of airborne threats including tactical ballistic missiles and drones. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. James Hodgman/Released)

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    Date Taken: 03.04.2015
    Date Posted: 03.10.2016 04:28
    Photo ID: 2454184
    VIRIN: 160304-F-YM354-256
    Resolution: 4288x2848
    Size: 5.78 MB
    Location: AL UDEID AIR BASE, QA
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    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform and combat helmet is working on what appears to be a Patriot missile system launcher component. The soldier is performing maintenance or technical operations on the mechanical assembly of the launcher in an outdoor desert environment. The image captures close-up detail of both the soldier and the military hardware against a clear blue sky.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms are conducting what appears to be a vehicle inspection or maintenance check on a tan/desert-colored military vehicle, likely an MRAP or similar armored vehicle. The foreground soldier, identified by helmet tape as 'SCHULTZ', is wearing glasses and black tactical gloves while examining the vehicle's exterior. The setting appears to be a forward operating base or military installation in an arid/desert environment.
    Three military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms are interacting with a tan/sand-colored HMMWV (Humvee) in an arid, desert environment. Two soldiers appear to be pushing or working on the rear of the vehicle while a third is visible in the driver's seat. The setting appears to be a military base or training area in a desert region.
    The image shows military personnel working on what appears to be a MIM-104 Patriot surface-to-air missile launcher system mounted on a wheeled trailer. The system is deployed in an arid, desert environment with flat terrain and clear skies. At least three soldiers in desert camouflage uniforms are visible performing maintenance or operational tasks on the launcher.
    A U.S. Army soldier identified by name tape as 'WEBER' is working on what appears to be a mortar tube or similar cylindrical military equipment mounted on a vehicle or platform. The soldier is wearing MultiCam (OCP) camouflage uniform, combat helmet with NVG mount, protective eyewear, and tactical gloves. The setting appears to be an outdoor arid environment under clear blue skies.
    A uniformed military soldier is using hand signals to guide a desert-tan painted front-end loader/wheel loader on what appears to be a forward operating base or military installation in an arid environment. The soldier is wearing full combat uniform with helmet and black gloves, directing the heavy equipment operator. The setting appears to be a Middle Eastern or desert region based on the terrain, vegetation absence, and equipment coloring.
    Military personnel are conducting a loading or equipment handling operation at what appears to be a forward operating base in an arid desert environment. A large military front-end loader/forklift is lifting a substantial piece of military equipment, while ground personnel provide guidance and oversight. The setting features sandy terrain, military vehicles, and stacked equipment containers in the background.
    A U.S. Army soldier in Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniform and combat helmet is seated in the cab of a military vehicle, operating controls. The soldier wears a unit patch on the left shoulder consistent with the 4th Infantry Division and has yellow foam earplugs inserted. The image appears to be taken during a training or operational exercise.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in full combat uniforms and helmets are working on or around large tan military equipment, likely a trailer or container system. One soldier is positioned on top of the equipment appearing to climb down, while the second soldier stands below assisting or observing. The setting appears to be an arid, outdoor military installation under a partly cloudy sky.
    The image shows a mobile surface-to-air missile launcher system, consistent with a MIM-104 Patriot missile battery, positioned on arid desert terrain. The launcher is elevated at an angle, suggesting a deployed or display configuration. The setting appears to be a military installation in a desert environment based on the sandy ground and concrete barriers visible in the background.

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