(e.g. yourname@email.com)

Forgot Password?

    Digital Visual Information Distribution System Logo

    Joint Jumpmaster Freefall Course [Image 5 of 10]

    Issued by: on
    VIRIN:
    Date Created:
    City:
    State:
    Country:
    Three military personnel in full parachute jump gear are seated inside what appears to be a military transport aircraft, likely a C-130. They are wearing multicam camouflage uniforms, tactical helmets with communications headsets, parachute harnesses with red-handled ripcords, and altitude/navigation wrist instruments. The setting and equipment indicate preparation for a military airborne operation or HALO/HAHO jump.

    CAMP COURTNEY, OKINAWA, JAPAN

    04.19.2017

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Jordan Talley 

    III Marine Expeditionary Force   

    U.S. Special Operations Forces personnel take part in a military freefall jumpmaster course on Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, April 19, 2017. This marked the first time in history that the course was delivered outside of the continental United States. Hosted by the U.S. Marines Corps 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion and administered by a Mobile Training Team, the course qualified 27 Marines, Soldiers and Airmen as military freefall jumpmasters in Okinawa. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jordan A. Talley/Released)

    IMAGE INFO

    Date Taken: 04.19.2017
    Date Posted: 04.26.2017 03:35
    Photo ID: 3334677
    VIRIN: 170419-M-ZL267-073
    Resolution: 5760x3840
    Size: 7.27 MB
    Location: CAMP COURTNEY, OKINAWA, JP
    Web Views: 421
    Downloads: 32

    PUBLIC DOMAIN  

    This work, Joint Jumpmaster Freefall Course [Image 10 of 10], by Cpl Jordan Talley, identified by DVIDS, must comply with the restrictions shown on https://www.dvidshub.net/about/copyright.

    GALLERY

    A group of military personnel in various uniforms are seated in folding chairs in a semicircle inside what appears to be a military facility or hangar. A single individual stands at the front with both hands raised, appearing to lead a briefing or instructional session. A large American flag is prominently displayed on the wall behind the presenter.
    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms are inside what appears to be a hangar or equipment bay. One service member is assisting the other in donning or adjusting parachute/harness equipment. An American flag, a rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB), and military storage cases are visible in the background.
    A large gray military turboprop aircraft, consistent with a C-130 Hercules variant, is parked on a concrete flight line apron in front of a hardened aircraft shelter (HAS). A yellow ground support equipment cart labeled 'KADENA 204' is positioned directly in front of the aircraft's nose. The setting appears to be Kadena Air Base, likely in Okinawa, Japan.
    Military personnel in full combat gear and parachute equipment are boarding a large military transport aircraft via its rear cargo ramp. The scene takes place on an airfield tarmac, with strong backlighting from the sun creating lens flare effects. The aircraft's rear ramp bears the text 'Unprecedented Savagery,' suggesting a unit nickname or nose art.
    Three military personnel in full parachute jump gear are seated inside what appears to be a military transport aircraft, likely a C-130. They are wearing multicam camouflage uniforms, tactical helmets with communications headsets, parachute harnesses with red-handled ripcords, and altitude/navigation wrist instruments. The setting and equipment indicate preparation for a military airborne operation or HALO/HAHO jump.
    Two personnel are positioned at the open door/ramp of a military aircraft, likely preparing for a parachute jump. The individual in the foreground is wearing full military tactical gear including a camouflage uniform, helmet, oxygen mask, and parachute harness, and appears to be in a crouched position near the opening. A second person standing behind is wearing a blue shirt, black helmet with visor, and oxygen mask, appearing to serve as a jumpmaster or safety observer.
    A military airman wearing camouflage uniform and a tan communications headset is photographed in close-up, looking downward. The background shows what appears to be the interior cargo bay of a military transport aircraft, with a red warning light or marker visible in the blurred background. The headset has handwritten text reading 'Stanky Leg' on the ear cup.
    A military operator in full tactical gear is leaning out of an aircraft doorway, appearing to observe or prepare for an aerial operation. The individual is equipped with a modern combat helmet, multicam camouflage uniform, and various tactical attachments. The perspective is shot from inside the aircraft looking toward the open door.
    A male military service member in full tactical gear is photographed in close-up portrait style, appearing to be inside a military aircraft. He is wearing MARPAT digital camouflage, a tactical helmet with communications equipment, and is holding a communications device near his chin. The background shows red cargo netting and reflective insulation material consistent with the interior of a military transport aircraft.
    A military parachutist stands inside the cargo hold of a large military transport aircraft, fully equipped for a high-altitude jump. The individual is wearing MARPAT (Marine pattern) camouflage uniform with a full parachute harness, oxygen mask, tactical helmet, and protective goggles, giving a thumbs-up gesture. The equipment configuration suggests preparation for a HAHO or HALO (High Altitude High/Low Opening) parachute operation.

    MORE LIKE THIS

    ASSOCIATED NEWS

    First Ever Military Freefall Jumpmaster Course Hosted Overseas

    CONTROLLED VOCABULARY KEYWORDS

    No keywords found.

    TAGS

    SOF
    U.S. Marine Corps
    U.S. Airforce
    III MEF
    3rd Recon Bn
    Joint Jumpmaster
    U.S. Army

    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