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    Mobility aircraft deliver equipment and expertise to Argentina [Image 4 of 11]

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    Military personnel are loading or unloading a US Navy rigid inflatable boat (RIB) onto a cargo aircraft using a yellow Hyster forklift on an airfield tarmac. Two workers are visible, one operating the forklift and one crouching nearby giving a thumbs-up signal. The scene appears to be a military logistics operation at an air base, with a large cargo aircraft visible in the background.

    MARINE CORPS AIR STATION MIRAMAR, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    11.18.2017

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Nicole Leidholm 

    60th Air Mobility Wing

    A U.S. Air Force C-5M Super Galaxy aircraft from the 22nd Airlift Squadron is loaded with U.S Navy rescue equipment at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Nov. 18, 2017. The equipment will be delivered to Argentina and used to aid in the search for the Argentina Navy submarine A.R.A San Juan. Air Mobility Command aircraft are delivering equipment and expertise to assist a partner nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicole Leidholm)

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    Date Taken: 11.18.2017
    Date Posted: 11.19.2017 18:02
    Photo ID: 3966118
    VIRIN: 171118-F-BH656-1004
    Resolution: 6410x4278
    Size: 9.29 MB
    Location: MARINE CORPS AIR STATION MIRAMAR, CALIFORNIA, US
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    A dramatic sunset scene at a military airfield featuring two large military transport aircraft. One aircraft is parked on the tarmac while a second is airborne, silhouetted against a vivid orange and yellow sky. The low sun on the horizon creates strong silhouette effects and reflects off the wet tarmac surface.
    A U.S. Air Force C-5 Galaxy strategic military transport aircraft with its distinctive visor nose raised, revealing the open front cargo bay. The aircraft, tail number 7028, is assigned to Air Mobility Command and is in the process of being loaded or unloaded using a large flatbed cargo loader on the tarmac. At least one uniformed personnel member is visible near the loading ramp.
    A military rigid inflatable boat (RIB) is elevated on a transport or loading cradle at what appears to be a military air station or airfield. Multiple military rotary-wing aircraft, including what appear to be MV-22 Ospreys and CH-53 helicopters, are visible in the background near large hangars. A single person is visible in the background observing the operation.
    Military personnel are loading or unloading a US Navy rigid inflatable boat (RIB) onto a cargo aircraft using a yellow Hyster forklift on an airfield tarmac. Two workers are visible, one operating the forklift and one crouching nearby giving a thumbs-up signal. The scene appears to be a military logistics operation at an air base, with a large cargo aircraft visible in the background.
    A military personnel member, seen in silhouette, appears to be directing or signaling during a loading or unloading operation on an airfield tarmac. A piece of heavy equipment labeled 'BRUCE' with 'US NAVY' markings is secured with chains on a flatbed platform beneath what appears to be a large aircraft. Multiple military aircraft, including what appear to be helicopters and transport planes, are visible in the background.
    A military service member in olive/green flight suit is securing a large naval anchor named 'BRUCE' inside the cargo hold of a military transport aircraft, likely a C-17 Globemaster or similar heavy-lift aircraft. The anchor is positioned on a cargo pallet and is being secured with heavy chains. The interior of the aircraft shows standard military cargo configuration with roller tracks, tie-down rings, and structural ribbing along the fuselage walls.
    Military personnel and civilian workers are loading or unloading cargo inside what appears to be a large military transport aircraft, likely a C-17 or C-5. A prominent yellow winch/crane mechanism is mounted on the cargo floor, with white cargo straps securing equipment on a pallet. The roller-track floor system is clearly visible, characteristic of military airlift cargo aircraft.
    A nighttime military cargo aircraft loading/unloading operation at Travis Air Force Base. Ground crew personnel are operating cargo loading equipment beneath the open rear cargo ramp of a large military transport aircraft. The scene is illuminated by artificial lighting from ground support vehicles.
    A large U.S. Air Force cargo aircraft, identified as tail number 7028, is parked on a tarmac at night. The aircraft bears 'U.S. AIR FORCE' markings and appears to be a C-5 Galaxy or similar heavy-lift transport. Ground support vehicles with orange lights are visible near the aircraft's wing area, suggesting active ground operations.
    A large military transport aircraft, consistent with a C-5 Galaxy or similar heavy-lift cargo plane, is parked on a flight line at night. The aircraft is photographed from a low front-angle perspective, illuminated by ambient ground lighting against a dark, cloudy sky. Additional rotary-wing aircraft are visible in the background on the right side of the frame.
    The interior of a large military cargo aircraft showing naval equipment being transported. Two anchor davits or crane arms labeled 'BRUCE' are secured with heavy chains to the cargo floor, alongside a US Navy rigid inflatable boat (RIB). Additional cargo including a large white shipping container is visible toward the rear of the aircraft.

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