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    Preparing for the worst [Image 4 of 6]

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    A group of military personnel in camouflage uniforms are gathered on an airfield tarmac, observing a tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as a Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey, with its rotors in a folded/stowed position. Text visible on clothing includes references to 'Misawa Air Base Fire Department' and 'U.S. Army Okinawa,' suggesting a multi-branch or joint military event. The overcast sky and wet tarmac suggest cloudy weather conditions.

    MISAWA AIR BASE, AOMORI, JAPAN

    07.31.2017

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman 

    35th Fighter Wing

    U.S. Marines speak with 35th Fighter Wing first responders about emergency procedures specific to the MV-22 Osprey, assigned to the Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262 in Okinawa, Japan, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 31, 2017. More than 3,500 Japanese and U.S. service members will conduct exercise Northern Viper 17 during Aug. 10 to 28. The 35th Fighter Wing is providing logistical support and conducting close-air-support with joint terminal attack controllers at Draughon Range. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)

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    Date Taken: 07.31.2017
    Date Posted: 08.03.2017 02:32
    Photo ID: 3632748
    VIRIN: 170731-F-FK724-1115
    Resolution: 4047x2244
    Size: 4.52 MB
    Location: MISAWA AIR BASE, AOMORI, JP
    Web Views: 65
    Downloads: 9

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    The image shows at least two MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft parked on a military airfield tarmac with their rotors spinning, indicating they are powered up and preparing for or returning from operations. In the background to the left, a fixed-wing jet aircraft (likely an F-16 or similar fighter) is visible in flight. The scene takes place under overcast, gray skies with tree lines and airfield structures visible in the distance.
    Two military personnel in flight suits and helmets observe a V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft taxiing on a flight line. The scene is framed by the rotor blades of another Osprey in the foreground, suggesting a multi-aircraft operation. The setting appears to be a military airfield under overcast conditions.
    A close-up photograph of a military flight helmet with a dark tinted visor. Reflected in the visor is what appears to be a tiltrotor aircraft (likely a V-22 Osprey) on a flight line or tarmac. The helmet shows signs of wear and is white with black hardware components.
    A group of military personnel in camouflage uniforms are gathered on an airfield tarmac, observing a tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as a Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey, with its rotors in a folded/stowed position. Text visible on clothing includes references to 'Misawa Air Base Fire Department' and 'U.S. Army Okinawa,' suggesting a multi-branch or joint military event. The overcast sky and wet tarmac suggest cloudy weather conditions.
    Four U.S. Marines in olive drab flight suits are gathered beneath the fuselage of a military aircraft marked 'MARINES VMM-262.' The personnel appear to be engaged in a briefing or debriefing discussion on a flight line or tarmac. VMM-262 is a Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron, suggesting this is likely an MV-22 Osprey aircraft.
    Two military personnel are engaged in a discussion inside what appears to be a military aircraft or vehicle interior. The individual facing the camera is wearing an olive/green flight suit and has one hand raised toward overhead equipment. The interaction appears to be instructional or technical in nature, with one person explaining or demonstrating something related to the overhead systems.

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