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    A high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft, consistent with the silhouette of a Lockheed U-2 or TR-1, is captured in low-altitude flight against a backdrop of snow-capped mountains. The aircraft is photographed in near-silhouette with landing gear deployed, suggesting it is on approach or just after takeoff. The mountainous terrain in the background appears rugged with partial snow coverage.

    JBER, ALASKA, UNITED STATES

    05.08.2017

    Photo by Jeffrey Schultze 

    9th Reconnaissance Wing

    A U-2 Dragon Lady prepares to land during exercise Northern Edge 17 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, May 8, 2017. The U-2 participated for the first time in Northern Edge, which is a biennial joint training exercise involving approximately 6,000 personnel and 200 fixed-wing aircraft, and dates back to 1975. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Schultze)

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    Date Taken: 05.08.2017
    Date Posted: 05.18.2017 11:10
    Photo ID: 3398927
    VIRIN: 170508-F-GU448-020
    Resolution: 3890x2843
    Size: 5.14 MB
    Location: JBER, ALASKA, US
    Web Views: 102
    Downloads: 16

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    Two military personnel are photographed through a vehicle or aircraft window, shot from a low angle against a bright sky. One individual is wearing a combat helmet and glasses, while the other appears bareheaded. The image is heavily backlit, creating strong silhouette effects with the figures visible above a dark foreground structure.
    The image shows the tail section of a black military aircraft with red markings, parked on an airfield tarmac. The tail displays the tail code 'BB', serial number 'AF 80-070', a unit shield insignia, and a red band with Iron Cross symbols near the top. An air traffic control tower is visible in the background against a partly cloudy blue sky.
    A worker in a white protective coverall suit is crouched inside or at the entrance of a large cylindrical tube or duct, holding a flashlight and inspecting the interior. The photograph is taken from inside the tube looking outward, creating a tunnel-perspective effect. The structure appears to be made of a light-colored composite or fiberglass material.
    Two U.S. Air Force personnel in ABU (Airman Battle Uniform) camouflage are assisting a seated pilot in donning a bright yellow high-altitude pressure suit with a full-face helmet visor. The scene appears to take place in a suit-up or pre-flight preparation room with equipment visible in the background. This type of suit is consistent with high-altitude reconnaissance or U-2 spy plane operations.
    A high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft, consistent with the silhouette of a Lockheed U-2 or TR-1, is captured in low-altitude flight against a backdrop of snow-capped mountains. The aircraft is photographed in near-silhouette with landing gear deployed, suggesting it is on approach or just after takeoff. The mountainous terrain in the background appears rugged with partial snow coverage.
    A black U-2 high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft is taxiing on a runway apron, likely at Elmendorf Air Force Base or a similar Alaskan military airfield. The aircraft displays distinctive features including its long glider-like wings with pogos (outrigger wheels) visible, and a dorsal sensor hump. Snow-capped mountain peaks are visible in the background under an overcast sky.
    A pilot or astronaut is donning a yellow high-altitude pressure suit with a large spherical helmet featuring a reflective visor. The individual is adjusting the helmet's chin/neck seal area while seated in what appears to be a suit-up room. An American flag patch and what appears to be a unit insignia are visible on the left shoulder of the suit.
    A military service member is standing on top of a large black aircraft, likely an E-3 Sentry AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System), identifiable by the distinctive large rotating radar dome mounted above the fuselage. The person appears to be conducting maintenance or an inspection, leaning against a safety railing on the aircraft's upper surface. The image is taken from a low angle on the fuselage, emphasizing the scale of the aircraft against a blue sky.
    A pilot wearing a distinctive bright yellow full-pressure suit and white helmet approaches a dark-painted high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft, likely a U-2 Dragon Lady, on a flight line tarmac. A mobile boarding ladder is positioned next to the aircraft's cockpit. A group of military personnel in uniform observes from the background, suggesting this may be a demonstration or pre-flight event.
    The image shows a high-altitude pressure suit or flight suit on display, likely a U.S. military or aerospace suit. The suit is orange/gold in color with a large black reflective visor helmet, green shoulder padding, and various metallic hardware fittings. An American flag patch is visible on the right shoulder, and a black cable/hose extends from the right side.
    A military pilot is seated in the open cockpit of a jet aircraft, wearing a white flight helmet and an orange/yellow flight suit. The cockpit canopy is open and the aircraft fuselage displays red stenciled text including 'CANOPY,' 'RESC[UE],' and 'LT COL' followed by partially visible text. The image is taken from a ground-level perspective against a clear blue sky.
    A U.S. Air Force enlisted member wearing Airman Battle Uniform (ABU) in digital tiger-stripe camouflage pattern is photographed on what appears to be a flight line or tarmac. The airman is wearing aviation ground crew headset/headphones with a boom microphone and appears to be communicating or listening intently. A large aircraft structure is partially visible in the background.

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