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    Marine Corps Harriers return to Afghanistan [Image 11 of 16]

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    A U.S. Marine Corps personnel wearing a flight deck helmet with ESS tactical goggles and hearing protection ear cups. The individual is dressed in an olive drab flight suit with visible unit patch reading 'VMFA-122' and a name/rank tag indicating 'CPL' rank with the USMC Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem. They appear to be on or near a flight line or aircraft carrier deck.

    KANDAHAR AIRFIELD, AFGHANISTAN

    05.21.2011

    Photo by Cpl. Samantha H. Arrington 

    II Marine Expeditionary Force   

    Cpl. Bradley G. Monahan, an aircraft mechanic with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 122, and a native Mena, Ark., waits to prepare an F/A-18 Hornet for flight from Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, May 21. VMFA-122, deployed out of Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, S.C., will soon depart Afghanistan following a seven month deployment providing close air support for U.S. Marines, and Afghan, British, Georgian and other combined team forces operating in Nimroz and Helmand provinces. "I am proud of my Marines and what they have accomplished out here during the deployment," said Bolt. "This is the future of the Marine Corps and it gives me hope for the future of Marine Corps aviation."

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    Date Taken: 05.21.2011
    Date Posted: 05.24.2011 06:17
    Photo ID: 406210
    VIRIN: 110521-M-MF699-011
    Resolution: 2720x4080
    Size: 2.91 MB
    Location: KANDAHAR AIRFIELD, AF
    Web Views: 155
    Downloads: 15

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    A row of U.S. Marines F/A-18 Hornet aircraft are parked on a flight line in a desert environment. The aircraft display tail codes 'WF' and bureau numbers including 165591, with unit markings indicating VMA-513. The setting appears to be a desert air base, likely in the American Southwest or Middle East, with arid mountains visible in the background.
    A U.S. Marines AV-8B Harrier II jet aircraft is parked on a desert airfield tarmac, featuring distinctive 'Nightmares' nose art with lightning bolt designs on the tail. A crew member or pilot is visible on top of the aircraft near the cockpit. A second aircraft, appearing to be a C-130 Hercules transport, is visible in flight in the background.
    A U.S. Marines AV-8B Harrier II jet aircraft is parked on a flight line at what appears to be a desert air base, likely in the Middle East. The aircraft is painted in a dark gray scheme with 'MARINES' lettering visible on the fuselage and features special markings on the tail. A maintenance technician is visible on top of the aircraft performing servicing work.
    A U.S. Marine Corps aviation technician or crew member walks atop a military jet aircraft, specifically an AV-8B Harrier belonging to VMA-513 'Flying Nightmares' squadron. The aircraft features distinctive tail art including lightning bolt graphics, a demonic creature, and the squadron name 'NIGHTMARES' in gold lettering. The scene appears to be on a flight line at a desert airbase, likely in the Middle East.
    Multiple U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier II aircraft are parked on a flight line in an arid, desert environment with mountains visible in the background. The aircraft belong to VMA-513, a Marine Attack Squadron, as indicated by visible markings. The setting appears to be a forward operating base or airfield in a desert region, likely the Middle East or Afghanistan.
    A military jet aircraft, identifiable as an AV-8B Harrier II, is taxiing on a runway at what appears to be a forward operating base in an arid desert environment. The aircraft is painted in a dark gray camouflage scheme and has a pilot visible in the cockpit. The background shows military infrastructure including hangars, tents, and perimeter fencing consistent with a combat zone airfield.
    Two military personnel in green t-shirts and desert camouflage trousers are working on a large metallic component inside what appears to be a military hangar. They appear to be removing or applying protective wrapping/film from a spherical or dome-shaped metal part. The setting includes overhead chain hoists and industrial equipment consistent with an aircraft maintenance facility.
    A close-up photograph of a person's hand gripping a shiny metallic or foil-like surface. The hand appears weathered and dirty, suggesting manual labor or outdoor activity. The image is tightly cropped, focusing entirely on the hand and the reflective material being held.
    A close-up photograph of a worker's hands manipulating bolts and nuts on a heavy metal assembly. The hands show visible grime and wear consistent with mechanical labor. The image captures a moment of hands-on mechanical work involving threaded fasteners on what appears to be industrial equipment.
    Two military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms are carrying a large olive-drab military equipment case across the floor of what appears to be a large aircraft hangar. The foreground soldier is also holding a patrol cap in his free hand. Additional personnel and military equipment are visible in the background of the hangar.
    A U.S. Marine Corps personnel wearing a flight deck helmet with ESS tactical goggles and hearing protection ear cups. The individual is dressed in an olive drab flight suit with visible unit patch reading 'VMFA-122' and a name/rank tag indicating 'CPL' rank with the USMC Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblem. They appear to be on or near a flight line or aircraft carrier deck.
    A military fighter jet, consistent with an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet, is parked under a large arched fabric shelter structure on a concrete flight line apron. Several ground crew personnel are visible around the aircraft performing maintenance or servicing activities. The setting appears to be a forward operating base or air base in an arid desert environment.
    The image shows the underside of a military jet aircraft, likely an F-15 or similar fighter, parked on a concrete ramp or tarmac. A large external fuel tank or pod is prominently visible with the word 'WEREWOLVES' painted on it, indicating a squadron name. Additional ordnance or equipment is mounted on adjacent pylons beneath the aircraft.
    The image shows the tail sections of two military aircraft, likely F/A-18 Hornets, parked under a canopy or hangar structure. One tail displays the letter codes 'DC' in dark gray, while the other features a snarling lion/beast mascot artwork in low-visibility gray tones along with the number '04'. The aircraft appear to be in a flight line or maintenance area under a fabric shelter.
    A U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18 Hornet jet fighter assigned to VMFA-122 is parked under a fabric sunshade shelter at what appears to be a forward operating base in an arid environment. Several military personnel in flight gear and combat uniforms are conducting pre-flight or post-flight checks around the aircraft. The setting suggests a deployed operational environment, likely in the Middle East based on the terrain and infrastructure.
    A group of U.S. Marines in desert MARPAT camouflage uniforms are gathered inside what appears to be a large hangar or warehouse facility. A senior Marine on the left appears to be addressing or inspecting the others, two of whom are holding tall wooden flagpoles or guidon staffs. The setting suggests a forward operating base or deployed military environment.

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