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    170628-N-PD309-055 [Image 10 of 11]

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    A military helicopter, identifiable as a Sikorsky MH-60 Seahawk variant, is captured in flight against a partly cloudy sky. The aircraft is painted in standard naval gray livery with the number '45' visible on the fuselage. A crew member is visible in the open side door, likely a door gunner or rescue swimmer position.

    SULU SEA

    06.28.2017

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Deven Ellis 

    USS Coronado (LCS 4)

    170628-N-PD309-055 SULU SEA (June 28, 2017) Sailors assigned to the "Wildcards" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 23 fly an MH-60S Seahawk with a .50 caliber machine gun during flight quarters aboard littoral combat ship USS Coronado (LCS 4). The U.S. and Philippine navies are conducting a coordinated counter-piracy patrol to protect maritime commerce and enhance maritime security in the region by enhancing both navies' ability to respond to transnational criminal and terror activity. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Deven Leigh Ellis/Released)

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    Date Taken: 06.28.2017
    Date Posted: 06.30.2017 19:05
    Photo ID: 3524056
    VIRIN: 170628-N-PD309-055
    Resolution: 4928x3280
    Size: 1.04 MB
    Location: SULU SEA
    Web Views: 31
    Downloads: 15

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    Two personnel in blue coveralls are working inside what appears to be a large naval vessel's hangar bay or interior deck. The individual on the left, wearing a blue hard hat, appears to be assisting or instructing the other person in fitting or adjusting a safety harness. A third person is visible in the background observing the activity.
    A group of personnel are silhouetted inside what appears to be the open stern or cargo bay of a military naval vessel, with the ocean and partly cloudy sky visible in the background. The figures appear to be engaged in deck operations, possibly handling rigging, lines, or cargo equipment. The strong backlit composition creates dramatic silhouettes against the bright ocean horizon.
    Four naval personnel wearing blue coveralls and hard hats are gathered on what appears to be the deck of a naval vessel, engaged in a discussion or briefing. One individual wearing a white hard hat appears to be in a supervisory or leadership role, while the others wear blue hard hats. A life ring marked 'USS CORONADO' is visible mounted on a structure in the background.
    Two silhouetted figures stand at the open stern ramp of a large naval vessel, looking out toward the open ocean. A smaller patrol or escort boat is visible in the distance on the water. The image is backlit, creating strong silhouettes against a bright sea and partly cloudy sky.
    The image shows silhouetted naval personnel standing inside what appears to be the open well deck or stern gate of a large naval vessel, looking out toward a warship visible on the horizon. The strong backlight from the open sea creates a dramatic contrast between the dark interior and the bright exterior. At least four individuals wearing helmets are visible, suggesting an active naval operation or exercise.
    A small military or law enforcement rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) is underway on open water, crewed by several personnel wearing blue tactical vests and helmets. The boat is equipped with navigation electronics including a Furuno radar dome, multiple screens, and an American flag. A larger gray naval warship is visible in the background to the right.
    A military aircrew member is positioned in the open door of a gray military helicopter, manning a large crew-served machine gun mounted on a door mount. The helicopter displays a squadron patch reading 'Wildcards' with a unit designation visible on the fuselage. The scene appears to take place on a ship's flight deck based on the surface visible below.
    A military helicopter numbered '45' is secured on the flight deck of a naval vessel, identified as LCS4 based on the text visible on a crew member's vest. Ground crew in blue and yellow uniforms are actively working around the aircraft, attaching tie-down chains to secure it to the deck. The scene takes place at sea under partly cloudy skies.
    Three naval personnel are standing on the deck of a ship at sea, handling chains and tie-down equipment. Two individuals are wearing blue shirts and helmets, while one wears a yellow vest and helmet, suggesting different crew roles. They appear to be conducting aircraft or equipment securing operations on a flight or working deck.
    A military helicopter, identifiable as a Sikorsky MH-60 Seahawk variant, is captured in flight against a partly cloudy sky. The aircraft is painted in standard naval gray livery with the number '45' visible on the fuselage. A crew member is visible in the open side door, likely a door gunner or rescue swimmer position.
    Two individuals in the foreground are interacting aboard what appears to be a military vessel, with one person wearing a red safety helmet and inflatable life vest while the other adjusts or checks the equipment. A third person in a blue flight suit is visible in the background. The setting appears to be a ship's hangar or well deck area.

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    CTF 73
    DESRON 7
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    LCS 4
    USS Coronado
    Destroyer Squadron 7
    Asia-Pacific Rebalance
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