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    A tactical operator in full gear is descending a rope from an elevated platform, performing what appears to be a fast-rope or rappelling training exercise. A second person in an olive-green flight suit and helmet observes from the platform above. The setting appears to be a training tower or facility under clear blue skies.

    MARINE CORPS RECRUIT DEPOT SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    04.11.2011

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Michael Ito 

    Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego           

    Lt. j.g. Michael Holt, Pacific Tactical Law Enforcement Team, Law Enforcement Detachment 106 officer-in-charge, completes a recertification exercise on Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego’s rappel tower, April 11. The fast-rope exercise simulates the de-boarding of helicopters during an actual mission. The members of PACTACLET complete this certification semiannually.

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    Date Taken: 04.11.2011
    Date Posted: 04.18.2011 11:21
    Photo ID: 391110
    VIRIN: 110411-M-VP019-032
    Resolution: 1600x2000
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    Location: MARINE CORPS RECRUIT DEPOT SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, US
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    A tactical operator in full gear is descending a rope from an elevated platform, performing what appears to be a fast-rope or rappelling training exercise. A second person in an olive-green flight suit and helmet observes from the platform above. The setting appears to be a training tower or facility under clear blue skies.
    An aerial photograph shows a law enforcement or military interdiction operation at sea. A rigid inflatable boat (RIB) carrying multiple personnel in tactical gear is alongside a low-profile semi-submersible vessel, commonly used for drug smuggling. At least one person in a red life vest is visible in the water near the semi-submersible.
    A military or law enforcement operator is positioned in an airborne helicopter over open water, aiming a large-caliber semi-automatic sniper rifle. The shooter is wearing a flight helmet with visor and tactical gloves while operating from what appears to be an open helicopter door or bay. The ocean surface is visible below, suggesting a maritime interdiction or aerial overwatch operation.
    A U.S. Coast Guard patrol boat (hull number 87350) is underway at high speed on a body of water in front of an urban skyline. A U.S. Coast Guard helicopter, painted in the distinctive orange and white livery, is hovering nearby with a person rappelling or being hoisted on a cable. This appears to be a search-and-rescue training exercise or demonstration.
    The image shows two rectangular packages wrapped in blue tape/plastic being held by gloved hands over a green metal surface. One package remains intact while the other has been partially opened, revealing cardboard inner packaging. This appears to be a law enforcement evidence documentation photograph.
    A group of approximately 13 armed personnel pose for a group photo on what appears to be a ship's deck or helipad in front of a military/law enforcement helicopter. The individuals are wearing tactical gear, body armor, and sunglasses, with at least two personnel in olive/flight suits and others in dark uniforms. At least one uniform patch visible appears to read 'USCG' (United States Coast Guard).

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