(e.g. yourname@email.com)

Forgot Password?

    Digital Visual Information Distribution System Logo

    Exercise Saber Junction 16 [Image 14 of 32]

    Issued by: on
    VIRIN:
    Date Created:
    City:
    State:
    Country:
    A large-scale military airborne operation is underway, with dozens of paratroopers descending from the sky over a green open field. Multiple military transport aircraft are visible in the upper left background, having deployed the paratroopers. Several parachutes have already landed and collapsed on the ground while others are still descending at various altitudes.

    GRAFENWOEHR, BAYERN, GERMANY

    04.12.2016

    Photo by Gertrud Zach 

    Training Support Activity Europe           

    U.S. Army Paratroopers with the 173rd Airborne Brigade, the Italian Folgore Brigade and the British Army’s 16 Air Assault Brigade conduct large scale airborne operations during Exercise Saber Junction 16 on the Maneuver Rights Area near Hohenfels, Germany, April 12, 2016. Over 1000 paratroopers and multiple Container Delivery Systems bundles were deployed to provide initial logistical support for follow on missions. Saber Junction 16 will evaluate and assess the readiness of the U.S. Army's 173rd Airborne Brigade to conduct land operations in a joint, combined environment and to promote interoperability with participating Allied and partner nations. Countries participating in the exercise include Albania, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Moldova, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Gertrud Zach/released)

    IMAGE INFO

    Date Taken: 04.12.2016
    Date Posted: 04.14.2016 04:39
    Photo ID: 2523131
    VIRIN: 160412-A-HE359-049
    Resolution: 4405x2932
    Size: 8.29 MB
    Location: GRAFENWOEHR, BAYERN, DE
    Web Views: 60
    Downloads: 50

    PUBLIC DOMAIN  

    This work, Exercise Saber Junction 16 [Image 32 of 32], by Gertrud Zach, identified by DVIDS, must comply with the restrictions shown on https://www.dvidshub.net/about/copyright.

    GALLERY

    A large-scale military airborne operation showing dozens of paratroopers descending from the sky under deployed parachutes. At least one military transport aircraft is visible in the mid-left portion of the image, still dispensing jumpers. The parachutes are uniformly gray/olive-drab in color, consistent with military static-line parachutes.
    A U.S. Army paratrooper in full combat gear and oxygen/jump mask is kneeling in a green grass field, packing or recovering a parachute after landing. In the background, multiple paratroopers can be seen descending under open parachutes, with a military transport aircraft (likely a C-17 Globemaster) visible in the sky. This appears to be a large-scale airborne operation or training exercise.
    Two heavily equipped soldiers in camouflage uniforms are moving across an open green field. Both are carrying large tactical backpacks and are armed, with the lead soldier visibly holding what appears to be a light machine gun with a bipod. The setting appears to be a training exercise or operational movement in a rural, overcast environment.
    A large-scale military airborne operation is depicted with numerous paratroopers descending from the sky under gray/silver round parachutes. A military transport aircraft, consistent with a C-17 Globemaster III, is visible in the lower left, indicating it has recently deployed the jumpers. The overcast sky provides a uniform gray backdrop, making the parachutes and silhouetted figures clearly distinguishable.
    A large-scale military airborne operation is depicted, showing dozens of paratroopers descending from the sky under deployed parachutes. At least two military transport aircraft, consistent with C-130 Hercules silhouettes, are visible actively deploying personnel. The overcast sky and monochromatic gray-green parachutes suggest a tactical military exercise or combat jump operation.
    A large-scale military airborne operation showing numerous paratroopers descending over an open field. Multiple parachutes are visible at various altitudes, with several already collapsed on the ground indicating recent landings. The overcast sky and forested treeline in the background suggest a European operational environment.
    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform and combat helmet is gathering and recovering a parachute on a green grassy field after a landing. Behind the soldier is a large airdropped cargo bundle wrapped in olive drab strapping and cardboard, consistent with a heavy equipment or supply drop. Additional soldiers and equipment are visible in the background.
    A military paratrooper is captured mid-air just moments before landing on a green field, with a partially collapsed ram-air parachute above them. The soldier is in full combat gear including camouflage uniform, helmet, knee pads, and a chest-mounted reserve parachute pack. Multiple other paratroopers and deployed parachutes are visible in the background, indicating a mass tactical jump exercise.
    A military paratrooper in full combat gear is captured moments before landing on a grassy drop zone, with a deployed gray parachute canopy overhead. Another collapsed parachute is visible on the ground in the foreground, indicating a prior jumper has already landed. Additional personnel are visible in the background near a tree line.
    A heavily equipped U.S. Army soldier in Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniform moves across an open grassy field with a tree line in the background. The soldier is carrying full combat load including a large rucksack, rifle, and various pouches and communication equipment. An American flag patch is visible on the left shoulder, and a unit patch (consistent with 101st Airborne Division) is visible on the right shoulder.
    A military paratrooper is captured mid-descent just above ground level, heavily laden with combat equipment and rucksack, controlling a dark-colored ram-air parachute. A second soldier in full combat gear walks nearby on a paved path, and a previously landed parachute is visible collapsed on the green field in the background. The setting appears to be a military drop zone in a rural, overcast environment.
    A U.S. Army soldier in full combat gear kneels in a green field, operating what appears to be a military radio or communications device. Parachutes are visible on the ground in the background, indicating a recent airborne/parachute landing operation. Additional soldiers can be seen in the background gathering equipment.
    A U.S. Army soldier in full combat gear and camouflage uniform is handling cardboard boxes on a grassy field next to what appears to be a parachute drop zone. The soldier is retrieving or organizing cargo that has been airdropped, with military equipment cases and a deployed parachute visible nearby. The setting appears to be a training exercise or operational airdrop in a field bordered by dense forest.
    A large-scale military airborne operation is underway, with dozens of paratroopers descending from the sky over a green open field. Multiple military transport aircraft are visible in the upper left background, having deployed the paratroopers. Several parachutes have already landed and collapsed on the ground while others are still descending at various altitudes.
    A military transport aircraft is photographed from below during an active airborne operation, with at least two paratroopers having just exited the aircraft. One parachute is fully deployed in the foreground, while a second jumper is visible to the right with their parachute in early deployment stages. The overcast sky provides a neutral backdrop, and the image is taken from a ground-up perspective.
    A military paratrooper is suspended beneath a deployed parachute against an overcast sky. The soldier is wearing full combat gear including camouflage uniform, helmet, and tactical vest, and appears to be descending or being lifted. The parachute appears to be a round military-style canopy with a scalloped edge design.
    A military paratrooper has just landed on a grassy field and is on the ground with their parachute still partially inflated and billowing above them. The soldier is wearing camouflage uniform and combat boots, lying on their back amid the parachute lines. In the background, multiple other paratroopers and deployed parachutes are visible across the landing zone.
    A U.S. Army soldier in full combat gear and camouflage uniform is seated on a grass field, appearing to pack or manage parachute equipment after a landing. The soldier wears an OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with a visible U.S. flag patch and carries a rifle. A yellow triangular marker tent is visible in the background, consistent with a military airborne drop zone.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform and a netted helmet is kneeling on sandy/muddy ground, handling tactical gear including a plate carrier or body armor vest. The soldier has a blue patch visible on their left arm, and multiple pieces of military equipment are scattered around them. The setting appears to be a field exercise or possibly a reenactment event.
    Two soldiers in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms are in a plowed dirt field, apparently after a parachute landing operation. The foreground soldier is bent over managing their equipment or parachute pack, while a second soldier in the background is seated on the ground also handling gear. Green grass is visible in the foreground, suggesting a field boundary.
    A military paratrooper has just landed on a grassy field and is on the ground surrounded by parachute suspension lines radiating outward. The soldier is wearing camouflage uniform, brown leather boots, and a military helmet is visible on the ground nearby. Additional figures are visible in the blurred background, suggesting a larger airborne exercise or operation.
    A soldier in MultiCam/MTP (Multi-Terrain Pattern) camouflage uniform is kneeling in a green grass field, accessing or searching through a camouflage backpack. He is wearing a netted helmet and has a rifle with an optical scope placed on the ground beside him. Additional figures are faintly visible in the blurred background.
    A large-scale military airborne operation is captured from a ground-up perspective, showing numerous paratroopers descending under deployed parachutes. A military transport aircraft, consistent with a C-130 Hercules, is visible mid-frame still dispensing jumpers. The parachutes are uniformly gray/silver in color, consistent with military static-line round parachutes.
    A military airborne operation is underway over a green field, with multiple paratroopers descending under round parachutes in overcast conditions. At least three parachutes are visible at varying altitudes, with two soldiers on the ground observing the landing zone. Previously landed parachutes are visible collapsed on the ground in the foreground.
    A military paratrooper in full combat gear is shown immediately after landing in a green agricultural field, pulling in parachute lines connected to a equipment bundle in the foreground. The soldier is wearing camouflage uniform, a green helmet, and has face camouflage paint applied. Additional soldiers and deployed parachutes are visible in the background, indicating a larger airborne operation or training exercise.
    A large-scale military airborne operation is depicted, with numerous soldiers having recently landed on a wide green field. Orange parachutes and gray equipment bags are scattered across the drop zone. A foreground soldier in multicam uniform is kneeling and managing their gear post-landing.
    A large-scale military airborne operation is underway, with numerous paratroopers descending onto a wide open green field. Multiple gray parachutes are visible at various altitudes, while soldiers already on the ground are moving across the drop zone. Orange marker bags are scattered across the field, likely used for drop zone identification and navigation.
    An Italian military soldier in full combat gear walks across a green field, carrying a large parachute pack on his back and holding an assault rifle. The soldier is wearing Italian camouflage (Vegetato pattern) with a visible Italian flag patch on the shoulder. In the blurred background, other soldiers and what appears to be deployed parachute equipment are visible, suggesting a post-airborne landing scenario.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform and helmet is kneeling on a grassy field while handling brightly colored signal panels or marker flags (pink/magenta and orange). The flags appear to be drop zone or landing zone markers used to guide aircraft. Additional soldiers are visible in the blurred background, suggesting a military airborne or air assault exercise.
    A military airborne operation is captured from a ground-up perspective showing paratroopers exiting or having recently exited a military transport aircraft. One paratrooper has a fully deployed round parachute canopy in light gray/white, while a second paratrooper appears to be in the process of deploying their chute near the aircraft. The image is taken against a partly cloudy blue sky.
    A military paratrooper is captured mid-descent suspended beneath a parachute canopy, photographed from a low angle looking upward. The soldier is wearing full combat gear including camouflage uniform and is carrying multiple large equipment bags strapped to their body. Both hands are raised gripping the parachute risers/toggles to control the descent.
    A group of military personnel in camouflage uniforms are gathered in a green field, appearing to consolidate after a parachute drop operation. Several soldiers are kneeling or crouching while managing equipment and parachute rigging, while two soldiers stand observing the group. In the background, numerous orange and yellow deployed parachutes are visible across the field, confirming this is a post-jump assembly point.

    MORE LIKE THIS

    CONTROLLED VOCABULARY KEYWORDS

    No keywords found.

    TAGS

    Europe
    USEUCOM
    173rd Airborne Brigade
    U.S. Army Reserves
    Hohenfels
    USAREUR
    Bavaria
    JMRC
    combat training center
    U.S. Army National Guard
    Gertrud Zach
    7th Army JMTC
    Maneuver Rights Area
    Folgore Parachute Brigade
    #StrongEurope
    #SkySoldiers
    regionally allocated force
    Brigata Paracadutisti "Folgore"
    #SaberJunction
    large scale airborne operations
    follow on missions
    Germany
    NATO
    U.S. Army
    Airborne
    United Kingdom
    U.S. Air Force
    Italy

    OPTIONS

  •   Register/Login to Download
  •   Validate Your Account to Download
  •   Connect My Placements
  •   Download Photo
  •   Download Gallery
  •   Add to My Albums
  •   Create TinyURL
  •   Connect to Placements
  •   Add to Playlist
  •   Distribute Photo
  •   Edit Photo
  •   Add Gallery to Playlist
  •   Distribute Gallery