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    APKWS II launching in WTI [Image 4 of 15]

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    Several U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are working together to handle and assemble what appears to be a guided munition or bomb component on a flat surface outdoors. The scene takes place on what looks like a tarmac or airfield in a hot, arid environment. One Marine is wearing safety glasses while working closely with the ordnance.

    MARINE CORPS AIR STATION YUMA, ARIZONA, UNITED STATES

    03.28.2018

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Ashley McLaughlin 

    Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron-1

    U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron 1 load a 2.75-inch rocket configured with Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System II, a hydra 70 rocket motor and M282 High Explosive Incendiary Multipurpose Penetrator Warhead into an LAU-68F/A rocket launcher during ordnance building and preparation in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor course 2-18 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., March 28. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1 cadre, which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine Corps aviation in support of a Marine Air Ground Task Force and provides standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine Aviation Training and Readiness and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ashley McLaughlin/Released)

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    Date Taken: 03.28.2018
    Date Posted: 04.06.2018 18:28
    Photo ID: 4274515
    VIRIN: 180328-M-NU111-050
    Resolution: 5484x3656
    Size: 9 MB
    Location: MARINE CORPS AIR STATION YUMA, ARIZONA, US
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    Two U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are working on a flatbed military vehicle, handling what appears to be a multi-lens optical or sensor component. They are operating in an arid, desert-like environment consistent with a U.S. military installation. The activity appears to be equipment assembly, maintenance, or weapons system preparation.
    U.S. Marines in woodland MARPAT camouflage uniforms are handling and loading what appears to be a rocket pod and missile onto a military vehicle under a covered shelter. The personnel are working together to position ordnance, with a lifting device visible in the background. The setting appears to be a forward operating base or maintenance area during an ordnance loading operation.
    Several U.S. Marines in MARPAT digital camouflage uniforms are working together on what appears to be missile or ordnance assembly/maintenance. One Marine is using a torque wrench on a component, while others hold and stabilize the munition. Name tapes visible include 'KING' and 'GARCIA', and branch tape reads 'MARINES'.
    Several U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are working together to handle and assemble what appears to be a guided munition or bomb component on a flat surface outdoors. The scene takes place on what looks like a tarmac or airfield in a hot, arid environment. One Marine is wearing safety glasses while working closely with the ordnance.
    Two U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are handling what appears to be a missile or rocket ordnance item outdoors in an arid desert environment. They are working together at a wooden staging area, with storage containers and additional equipment visible in the background. The setting appears to be a military airfield or ordnance handling area.
    Two military personnel in uniform are working with what appears to be a rocket pod or missile launcher system on a flat surface in a desert environment. The individual in the foreground, wearing an olive green flight suit, is closely inspecting or adjusting the munition with a tool. The setting appears to be an outdoor military installation or airfield based on the arid terrain and clear blue sky.
    Three military personnel, appearing to be U.S. Marines, are working together on what appears to be ordnance or weapons components on a flat surface in an arid outdoor environment. The central figure, wearing a green flight suit with wings insignia and sunglasses, is directing or adjusting a component while the two flanking personnel in camouflage uniforms assist. The setting appears to be a military airfield or training area.
    Military personnel in olive green flight suits and red safety helmets are working on what appears to be a rocket pod or weapons system mounted on an aircraft. The crew members are handling a multi-tube rocket launcher, likely a Hydra 70 rocket pod or similar ordnance system. The setting appears to be an outdoor flight line or airfield under clear blue skies.
    Two military personnel in olive drab flight suits and red safety helmets with goggles are handling what appears to be an ordnance or rocket on an aircraft flight line. They are working near a military helicopter, likely conducting weapons loading or inspection procedures. A third person is visible in the background, and additional aircraft can be seen on the tarmac.
    A U.S. Marine Corps aviator in a green flight suit is inspecting or writing on an ordnance/weapon mounted on a military aircraft. The individual is wearing a tactical helmet with goggles and reflective sunglasses, and has visible name tape and aviator wings on their flight suit. The scene takes place on a flight line under clear blue skies.
    A line of military attack helicopters, identifiable as AH-1Z Viper models used by the U.S. Marine Corps, are staged on a flight line at what appears to be a desert military airbase. The nearest aircraft bears the number '53' and displays U.S. military markings including a star insignia. Ground crew personnel and cockpit crew are visible conducting pre-flight or operational activities.
    A military helicopter, consistent with a Bell AH-1Z Viper or similar attack helicopter variant, is parked on a flight line tarmac at what appears to be a military air installation. A flight crew member or technician in olive green flight suit is performing a pre-flight or post-flight inspection on the starboard side of the aircraft. Additional helicopters, personnel, and military hangars are visible in the background.
    A U.S. Marine Corps AH-1Z Viper attack helicopter is captured in low hover or takeoff at what appears to be a military air installation in an arid environment. The aircraft displays visible markings including the number '43' and 'MARINES' on the fuselage. A second helicopter, identifiable as a UH-1Y Venom utility helicopter, is visible on the tarmac in the background.
    A U.S. Marines UH-1Y Venom helicopter is captured in low hover or takeoff phase above a military airfield tarmac. The aircraft displays gray camouflage livery with 'MARINES' markings and the number '32' visible on the fuselage. The side door is open with crew members visible inside, suggesting a training or operational sortie.
    A U.S. Marines AH-1Z Viper attack helicopter is hovering low over a tarmac in an arid desert environment. A flight crew member in olive green flight suit and helmet is running toward or away from the aircraft on the flight line. The scene appears to depict flight operations at a desert military airfield.

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