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    Afghanistan Surge: Mobility Airdrops Quickly Bring Material Wherever Needed [Image 5 of 7]

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    An aerial photograph shows a large group of military paratroopers descending in a vertical column formation over an arid, desert-like terrain. Approximately 15-20 round parachutes are visible in a staggered vertical line, suggesting a mass tactical jump from a military aircraft. The terrain below appears to be a flat, semi-arid landscape with minimal vegetation.

    OVER AFGHANISTAN, AFGHANISTAN

    05.27.2010

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    Air Mobility Command

    Container delivery system bundles fall to the ground during an airdrop mission over Afghanistan, May 27. The bundles, delivered by U.S. Air Force and Army forces, included food, water and fuel for the Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force in Afghanistan. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Staff Sgt. Quinton Russ)

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    Date Taken: 05.27.2010
    Date Posted: 09.22.2010 11:04
    Photo ID: 322092
    VIRIN: 100527-F-9927R-970
    Resolution: 4256x2832
    Size: 564.54 KB
    Location: OVER AFGHANISTAN, AF
    Web Views: 64
    Downloads: 5

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    An aerial photograph shows multiple military cargo or supply bundles being airdropped onto a flat, arid drop zone. The bundles are descending under large black parachutes at various stages of landing. A green smoke marker is visible on the ground, likely used to indicate wind direction and mark the drop zone for the aircraft crew.
    A USAF (United States Air Force) military cargo aircraft, identifiable as a C-17 Globemaster III, is performing an aerial airdrop operation. Multiple cargo bundles attached to dark deployment parachutes are visible being released from the aircraft's rear cargo bay. The image is captured from a low angle against a clear sky, showing the underside of the aircraft mid-drop.
    The image shows the interior of a military cargo aircraft loaded with large palletized cargo bundles wrapped in olive drab canvas and secured with white netting and straps. A single uniformed military personnel member, wearing a flight suit with a visible U.S. flag patch, stands along the narrow walkway inspecting or managing the cargo. The cargo appears configured for airdrop operations, consistent with standard military aerial delivery procedures.
    A silhouetted military aircrew member stands at the open rear ramp of a large military cargo aircraft, looking out over a mountainous, hazy landscape below. Cargo bundles secured with netting are visible on the right side of the ramp, suggesting an active airdrop or cargo delivery mission. The image is taken from inside the aircraft looking outward, with strong backlighting creating a dramatic silhouette effect.
    An aerial photograph shows a large group of military paratroopers descending in a vertical column formation over an arid, desert-like terrain. Approximately 15-20 round parachutes are visible in a staggered vertical line, suggesting a mass tactical jump from a military aircraft. The terrain below appears to be a flat, semi-arid landscape with minimal vegetation.
    A large American flag dominates the upper-left foreground, waving in the wind against a partly cloudy dusk or dawn sky. In the background, numerous military parachutes — appearing to carry cargo or personnel — are visible descending through the sky. The composition creates a dramatic patriotic and military operational scene.
    A large-scale military airdrop operation showing numerous cargo parachutes descending from aircraft over an arid, mountainous terrain. Multiple dark-colored parachutes with suspended loads are visible in a vertical column formation against a clear blue sky. The scene is photographed from behind a military perimeter fence with razor wire, suggesting a forward operating base or military installation.

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