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    NSWC PCD Conducts AMNS Flights [Image 3 of 7]

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    A military helicopter, identifiable as a Sikorsky MH-60 Seahawk variant, is hovering over open water while lowering or retrieving a sonar device (likely an AQS-22 dipping sonar) on a long cable into the sea. The helicopter appears to be conducting an anti-submarine warfare (ASW) or maritime patrol operation. A second aircraft is faintly visible in the background on the left side of the frame.

    FLORIDA, UNITED STATES

    03.16.2017

    Photo by Ronald Newsome 

    Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division

    PANAMA CITY, Florida - Naval Air Station Patuxent River Air Test and Evaluation Squadron TWO ONE (HX-21) conducted Airborne Mine Neutralization System (AMNS) AN/ASQ-235 training flights with Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division Dragon Masters Aviation Unit March 15-16, 2017. These flights were the last step required to fully train the Panama City Division aircrew in AMNS Operations. NSWC PCD Dragon Masters now have two pilots, two sensor operators, and four winch operators trained in conducting AMNS missions. U.S. Navy photo by Ron Newsome (Released). 170316-N-PB086-215

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    Date Taken: 03.16.2017
    Date Posted: 03.30.2017 16:43
    Photo ID: 3251881
    VIRIN: 170316-N-PB086-155
    Resolution: 2100x1500
    Size: 1.32 MB
    Location: FLORIDA, US
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    A U.S. Navy officer wearing a flight suit and helmet is inspecting or working on aircraft equipment inside a hangar. The individual's name tag reads 'TOM O'BRIEN' with rank insignia indicating a Lieutenant, and patches identify affiliation with the 'BLACKJACKS' squadron (VQ-21). He is leaning over mechanical components mounted on what appears to be an aircraft fuselage.
    A U.S. Navy military helicopter, identifiable as an MH-60 Seahawk variant, is parked on a tarmac near a waterfront location. The aircraft is equipped with an external weapons/sensor pylon system mounted beneath the fuselage, featuring what appear to be orange-tipped munitions or training rounds. A bridge and body of water are visible in the background, suggesting a coastal naval installation.
    A military helicopter, identifiable as a Sikorsky MH-60 Seahawk variant, is hovering over open water while lowering or retrieving a sonar device (likely an AQS-22 dipping sonar) on a long cable into the sea. The helicopter appears to be conducting an anti-submarine warfare (ASW) or maritime patrol operation. A second aircraft is faintly visible in the background on the left side of the frame.
    A military helicopter, consistent with an MH-60 Seahawk variant, is hovering over open ocean while deploying a sonar device (dipping sonar/dunking sonar) into the water via a long cable. The sonar transducer is partially submerged, creating a white water disturbance at the surface. This appears to be an anti-submarine warfare (ASW) operation or training exercise.
    A military helicopter, consistent with an MH-60 Seahawk variant, is hovering over open ocean while lowering a sonar device or towed array sensor into the water via a long cable. The device at the end of the cable is partially submerged and creating a spray pattern on the water surface. This appears to be an anti-submarine warfare (ASW) dipping sonar operation.
    A military helicopter, consistent with a Sikorsky MH-60 Seahawk variant, is captured in flight over open ocean water. The helicopter appears to be releasing or deploying a torpedo or sonobuoy-type ordnance suspended below the fuselage on a cable or release mechanism. The image is taken in clear daylight conditions with a pale blue sky background.
    A U.S. Navy helicopter, identifiable as an MH-60 Seahawk variant, is captured in flight against a clear light blue sky. The aircraft is deploying what appears to be a mine countermeasures or sonar towing system suspended beneath the fuselage via a cable and frame assembly. The image is sharp and well-lit, providing clear detail of the aircraft's features and external equipment.

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