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    Three military personnel are visible on or near the loading ramp of a U.S. Air Force aircraft, likely a C-17 or similar large transport. A central figure in Air Force ABU (Airman Battle Uniform) is smiling broadly, while a person in an olive flight suit is visible to the left and a third individual in a tan t-shirt stands in the foreground with their back to the camera. The setting appears to be an active flight line or tarmac.

    HONOLULU, HAWAII, UNITED STATES

    08.13.2016

    Photo by Joseph Eddins    

    Airman Magazine   

    Then Tech. Sgt. Alfred Van Gieson, now Master Sgt., shares a laugh with the crew of a C-135 waiting to transfer cargo at the 48th Aerial Port Squadron, 624th Regional Support Group, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Oahu, Hawaii, Aug 13, 2016. Van Gieson, an Air Force reservist, is a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, a world champion outrigger, or Va'a, paddler and the coach at the Leeward Kai Canoe Club in Nanakuli, Oahu, which was founded by his grandparents. (U.S. Air Force photo by J.M. Eddins Jr.)

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    Date Taken: 08.13.2016
    Date Posted: 03.27.2017 09:11
    Photo ID: 3261483
    VIRIN: 160813-F-LW859-024
    Resolution: 4173x2484
    Size: 5.19 MB
    Location: HONOLULU, HAWAII, US
    Web Views: 51
    Downloads: 11

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    A man stands barefoot on a sandy beach at sunset, holding a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) paddle across his shoulders. He is wearing a bright neon yellow shirt reading 'Leeward Canoe Club' and patterned board shorts. The dramatic sky with vivid sunset colors and ocean backdrop creates a striking, professionally composed portrait.
    A group of six paddlers are rowing a traditional outrigger canoe across calm ocean waters during a dramatic sunset. The silhouetted figures are captured in a low-angle shot that places the waterline at eye level, creating a striking compositional effect. Golden light breaks through cloud cover on the horizon, illuminating the scene with warm tones.
    Two people are at a picnic table under shade trees near a beach, with one person leaning over to speak closely with a seated older individual wearing a blue t-shirt. The setting appears to be a public beach park, likely in Hawaii based on the tropical vegetation, mountain backdrop, and visible signage. The interaction appears caring or conversational in nature.
    A man is paddling a yellow outrigger canoe on calm ocean water near a tropical coastline. He is wearing sunglasses and a black t-shirt, and appears to be making a surprised or exaggerated facial expression toward the camera. The photo is taken from a low, close-up angle, likely with an action camera mounted on the canoe.
    A man is seated in a kayak or outrigger canoe on calm ocean water, smiling and gesturing with his right hand. He is wearing a black 'OIWI Ocean Gear' t-shirt and sunglasses, with a tropical beach and green hillside visible in the background. The lighting suggests either early morning or late afternoon golden hour.
    A man is paddling a canoe or kayak on open ocean water during a dramatic sunset. The image is captured from a low, close-up angle — likely using a GoPro or wide-angle action camera mounted on the vessel. The warm golden light from the setting sun contrasts with the blue sky and ocean, creating a visually striking composition.
    A group of four paddlers are rowing an outrigger canoe on open ocean water during a dramatic sunset. The sun is positioned low on the horizon, creating a strong lens flare and silhouetting the rear paddlers. The scene appears to be in a tropical Pacific location, likely Hawaii, based on the mountainous island visible in the background.
    Two individuals are wading into the ocean at what appears to be dusk or dawn, preparing to surf or paddle. A shirtless male is carrying a blue outrigger canoe or paddleboard along with a wooden paddle, while a female with long dark hair carries a light green surfboard. Breaking waves are visible in the background, suggesting active surf conditions.
    Two people are enjoying water activities on open ocean. A man is seated in a blue outrigger canoe holding a paddle, while a woman in a green swimsuit lies on a small board in the water beside him. They are holding hands and smiling at each other, suggesting a playful and joyful interaction.
    Two people are rinsing off at an outdoor beach shower station surrounded by palm trees near a sandy beach. A woman in a bikini holds a green bodyboard while showering, and a man in board shorts rinses a blue stand-up paddleboard using a paddle to tilt it. A third person is visible in the background near the shoreline.
    A couple stands intimately together on a tropical beach at dusk or early evening, framed by tall palm trees with the ocean visible in the background. The man is shirtless and holds a stand-up paddleboard paddle, while both are dressed in swimwear. The image has a warm, romantic atmosphere with rich blue tones from the sky and water.
    A person in U.S. Air Force camouflage uniform shares a kiss with a woman in a floral dress on a residential street. They are standing behind a GMC Sierra pickup truck with a blue kayak loaded in the bed and a Dakine tailgate pad. The setting appears to be a Hawaiian neighborhood based on the landscape, architecture, and license plate.
    A U.S. Air Force service member in camouflage uniform operates a military forklift (marked 'US AIR FORCE' and 'FORTIS 40') inside what appears to be a cargo handling facility. The background features a mural reading 'PORT DAWGS' with a bulldog mascot and a military aircraft silhouette, indicating this is an aerial port operations unit. Palletized cargo wrapped in plastic is visible in the background.
    A smiling man is wearing olive green electronic hearing protection earmuffs branded 'Impact Sport' on his right ear. He appears to be wearing a camouflage uniform, suggesting a military or law enforcement context. The close-up portrait is sharply focused on his face and the earmuff.
    A military service member in camouflage uniform is operating what appears to be a forklift, viewed through the vehicle's metal mast/uprights. The individual is wearing hearing protection (ear muffs) and has a name tape visible on their uniform reading 'VAN GIESON'. The photo is taken from a low angle looking through the forklift's fork carriage structure.
    A military service member in camouflage uniform is embracing a person in a blue shirt inside what appears to be a military facility or meeting room. A woman wearing a green 'Aircraft Weightloader' t-shirt referencing Hickam, Hawaii stands nearby observing. The scene suggests a reunion or greeting moment in an indoor institutional setting.
    A U.S. Air Force airman in ABU (Airman Battle Uniform) climbs stairs on a flight line apron, with a C-17 Globemaster III transport aircraft marked 'U.S. AIR FORCE' and named 'Memphis' visible in the background. Ground support equipment including a cargo loader/conveyor vehicle is positioned on the tarmac between the airman and the aircraft. The setting appears to be a military airfield in a tropical or subtropical location based on the vegetation and terrain visible in the background.
    Military personnel are working inside the cargo hold of a large military transport aircraft, securing and managing cargo loads. The foreground shows a U.S. Air Force airman in ABU (Airman Battle Uniform) wearing hearing protection and gloves, handling cargo straps. Additional personnel are visible further back in the aircraft working with palletized cargo.
    Military personnel are working inside the cargo hold of a large military transport aircraft, managing and organizing cargo loads secured with tan/beige cargo straps and wrapped in plastic sheeting. Several service members in various uniforms — including flight suits and camouflage — are coordinating the loading or unloading operation. The interior of the aircraft shows the characteristic curved fuselage structure with visible exit signs and overhead lighting.
    Military personnel are loading or unloading cargo from a large Air Force aircraft, identifiable by the partial text 'FORCE' visible on the fuselage. A cargo loader vehicle and elevated platform ramp are being used to transfer wrapped/palletized cargo into the aircraft's open nose or side cargo door. The operation appears to be taking place on an outdoor tarmac under partly cloudy skies.
    Pulling Together
    A U.S. Air Force service member in ABU (Airman Battle Uniform) is securing cargo with chains on what appears to be a military aircraft loading ramp. The cargo container in the foreground bears hazardous material warning labels including 'Inhalation Hazard' and 'Corrosive' markings. The scene takes place on an aircraft tarmac under partly cloudy skies.
    Military personnel are loading or unloading cargo from a large U.S. Air Force transport aircraft, likely a C-17 Globemaster III, via its rear cargo ramp. A second U.S. Air Force aircraft labeled 'Memphis' with tail number 00176 is visible on the tarmac in the background. The setting appears to be a military airfield in a tropical location based on the vegetation and terrain visible.
    Three military personnel are visible on or near the loading ramp of a U.S. Air Force aircraft, likely a C-17 or similar large transport. A central figure in Air Force ABU (Airman Battle Uniform) is smiling broadly, while a person in an olive flight suit is visible to the left and a third individual in a tan t-shirt stands in the foreground with their back to the camera. The setting appears to be an active flight line or tarmac.
    A man wearing military camouflage (ACU pattern) clothing and sunglasses stands beside a white GMC pickup truck in a coastal parking area. The truck has a blue kayak secured on roof racks. The setting appears to be a beach park in Hawaii, with ocean, trees, and other parked vehicles visible in the background.
    A casual outdoor gathering taking place under trees, likely at a park or recreational area. Several people are present, with two individuals in the center appearing to embrace or greet each other. The setting suggests a community or club event, as indicated by the 'Leeward Kai Canoe Club' shirt visible on one person.
    Three individuals are gathered in an outdoor area near what appears to be a canoe club storage facility. A person in military camouflage pants and a cream t-shirt is leaning forward engaging with a person in a blue shirt and black cap, while a woman in a green 'Kewe Kai Canoe Club' shirt sits in a red folding chair smiling. The setting suggests a casual social interaction at a recreational or sporting venue.
    A person in U.S. military camouflage uniform with an American flag patch shakes hands with a shirtless young boy near a beach setting. The interaction appears friendly and positive, with the boy smiling broadly. A dark blue SUV is parked behind them with what appears to be a box on the roof rack, and a sandy beach with palm trees is visible in the background.
    Two people are seated at an outdoor wooden picnic table, appearing to be engaged in lively conversation. A younger woman in a black patterned dress is smiling and gesturing expressively toward an older person wearing a blue floral shirt. The setting appears to be a park or outdoor recreational area.
    A group of people are playing beach volleyball on a sandy beach. An adult man in a white shirt and blue board shorts is celebrating with arms raised, alongside a boy wearing an RVCA cap who is also cheering. The scene appears festive and joyful, with outrigger canoes and trees visible in the background.
    Three individuals are playing beach volleyball on a sandy court near a body of water. A shirtless youth wearing a green cap and black-and-pink board shorts is setting or spiking a volleyball with both hands raised overhead. An adult male wearing sunglasses and blue board shorts crouches in ready position while a younger child in a dark rash guard stands to the left.
    A group of four individuals — one adult male and three boys — are playing on a sandy beach near a volleyball net. The adult appears to be interacting playfully with the children, one of whom is holding a Spalding volleyball. The scene conveys an informal, recreational beach activity in a tropical or coastal setting.

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