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    Operation Nunalivut 2016 [Image 10 of 12]

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    A military turboprop aircraft, identifiable as a C-130 Hercules variant with U.S. Navy markings, is photographed from below against an overcast gray sky. The aircraft features a distinctive white and red color scheme with red-painted tail and wing tips, consistent with Antarctic or Arctic research/support operations. The plane appears to be in level flight with all four propeller engines visible.

    NUNAVUT, CANADA

    04.13.2016

    Photo by Airman 1st Class Jamie Spaulding 

    New York National Guard

    An LC-130 "Skibird" flies over Little Cornwallis Island, Nunavut, Canada, on April 13, 2016, in support of Canada's annual Operation Nunalivut. A group of eight Airmen from the New York Air National Guard's 109th Airlift Wing prepared the ski-way for LC-130 operations while at the same time training four Canadian engineers on how to construct a ski-way. Nearly 50 Airmen and two LC-130s from the 109th were part of the exercise which also had operations in Resolute Bay, Canada, and Thule Air Base, Greenland. This is the third year the 109th has participated. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Jamie Spaulding/Released)

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    Date Taken: 04.13.2016
    Date Posted: 04.20.2016 13:54
    Photo ID: 2541679
    VIRIN: 160413-Z-YD502-048
    Resolution: 2827x1672
    Size: 1.98 MB
    Location: NUNAVUT, CA
    Web Views: 68
    Downloads: 13

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    Three individuals are working together on a snow-covered flat terrain, appearing to set up or secure a large blue and white tent structure. One person is pulling guy-wires or ropes taut while two others work near the tent entrance. The environment appears to be a polar or arctic region with clear blue skies and an expansive snow/ice landscape.
    Two riders on orange and white snowmobiles are traveling across a flat, snow-covered landscape. The lead snowmobile is towing an orange wheeled trailer or implement across the snow. The environment appears to be an open frozen plain or tundra under overcast, white-grey skies.
    Two individuals dressed in black cold-weather gear are kneeling on a snow-covered surface, working on what appears to be a large black equipment bag or cover. The person on the left is wearing a helmet and using a yellow power drill, while the person on the right is wearing a beanie and goggles and appears to be securing straps or fasteners. The setting appears to be an open, overcast winter environment such as a frozen lake or snowfield.
    A U.S. Air Force Technical Sergeant identified as 'GADWAY' is operating a snowmobile in an arctic or polar environment. The individual is heavily bundled in cold-weather gear including a balaclava, goggles, and insulated jacket with military insignia. The snowmobile appears to be a grooming or utility vehicle used in extreme cold conditions.
    Three individuals are gathered on a snow-covered flat terrain with two Arctic Cat snowmobiles, one of which is towing an orange wheeled trailer or equipment sled. Two of the people are wearing helmets while a third, without a helmet, appears to be gesturing or pointing in a direction. The scene suggests a work or expedition context in a cold, wintry environment.
    A snowmobile with at least one rider is traveling across a vast, flat snow-covered landscape at sunset or sunrise. Snow is being kicked up behind the vehicle, creating a drift of powder. In the far background, several small structures or vehicles are faintly visible on the left side of the frame.
    A military or polar operations scene showing a four-engine turboprop aircraft, consistent with a C-130 Hercules, landing or taxiing on a snow-covered surface. A person in cold-weather gear is signaling the aircraft with a raised hand, while a tracked all-terrain vehicle is parked to the right. The environment suggests an Arctic or Antarctic operational setting with low visibility conditions.
    A group of personnel dressed in cold-weather black gear are working on a snow-covered surface, likely in a polar or Arctic environment. They are handling equipment near a multi-wheeled vehicle and an Arctic Cat snowmobile, with a red-and-white LC-130 Hercules aircraft visible in the background. The scene suggests a logistics or resupply operation in extreme cold conditions.
    A large military/research turboprop aircraft, identifiable as a C-130 Hercules with a distinctive red-orange tail, is on a snow and ice surface, likely in a polar region such as Antarctica or the Arctic. The aircraft appears to have ski-wheel landing gear suitable for snow operations. A person on a snowmobile is visible in the foreground to the right, suggesting ground support or escort activity.
    A military turboprop aircraft, identifiable as a C-130 Hercules variant with U.S. Navy markings, is photographed from below against an overcast gray sky. The aircraft features a distinctive white and red color scheme with red-painted tail and wing tips, consistent with Antarctic or Arctic research/support operations. The plane appears to be in level flight with all four propeller engines visible.
    A U.S. military LC-130 Hercules aircraft, marked with tail number 31096 and National Science Foundation livery, is parked on a snow/ice surface in a polar environment. The aircraft features distinctive orange and white Antarctic support markings and is equipped with ski-wheel landing gear. Tracked military vehicles (likely Hagglunds or similar snow carriers) are positioned near the open rear cargo ramp, suggesting active loading or unloading operations.
    A U.S. Air Force LC-130 Hercules aircraft, tail number 1096, nicknamed 'City of Christchurch,' is landed on a snow/ice surface in what appears to be Antarctica. The aircraft is equipped with ski-wheel landing gear, characteristic of polar operations, and bears National Science Foundation markings. Several personnel in cold-weather gear are visible near and around the aircraft on the snow field.

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