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    RIMPAC Pouncer Ops [Image 5 of 6]

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    A military or law enforcement operation is underway on open water, featuring two personnel in a black rigid inflatable boat (RIB) with a Mercury outboard motor. A large military helicopter flies overhead while a naval base with multiple warships, including what appears to be an amphibious assault ship and several destroyers, is visible in the background. The scene strongly suggests a naval exercise or security patrol operation.

    SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    07.13.2018

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Curtis Spencer 

    Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet           

    180713-N-MT581-0385 SAN DIEGO (July 13, 2018) Royal New Zealand Navy Sailors prepare to recover Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and Royal New Zealand Navy divers jumping from an MH-53E Sea Dragon, attached to Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron 14, as a part of dive operations during the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise, July 13. Twenty-five nations, 46 ships, five submarines, about 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 27 to Aug. 2 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world’s largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security of the world’s oceans. RIMPAC 2018 is the 26th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Curtis D. Spencer)

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    Date Taken: 07.13.2018
    Date Posted: 07.15.2018 22:38
    Photo ID: 4556989
    VIRIN: 180713-N-MT581-0385
    Resolution: 2658x1794
    Size: 1.83 MB
    Location: SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, US
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    Downloads: 28

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    A large military helicopter, appearing to be a Sikorsky CH-53 or similar heavy-lift variant, flies at very low altitude over a bay or harbor, generating an intense rotor wash that kicks up a massive spray of water mist. In the background, a blue elevated bridge structure and a city skyline with high-rise buildings are visible. The scene appears to be a military demonstration or training exercise over open water.
    A large military helicopter is hovering very low over a body of water in extremely hazy or spray-filled conditions. The rotor wash is generating intense spray and mist around the aircraft, severely obscuring visibility. At least one figure appears to be rappelling or jumping from the helicopter into or near the water below.
    A large military helicopter hovers low over choppy ocean water in heavy fog or mist conditions. A single human figure is visible suspended beneath the helicopter, suggesting a hoist or rappel operation is in progress. The scene appears to depict a maritime rescue or special operations insertion exercise.
    Three individuals in military or law enforcement attire are aboard a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) on open water, appearing to be engaged in a briefing or discussion. One person wears distinctive camouflage pattern consistent with Australian Defence Force (ADF) uniform, while the other two wear navy blue uniforms with life vests. A bridge and city skyline are visible in the background, suggesting a harbor or bay environment.
    A military or law enforcement operation is underway on open water, featuring two personnel in a black rigid inflatable boat (RIB) with a Mercury outboard motor. A large military helicopter flies overhead while a naval base with multiple warships, including what appears to be an amphibious assault ship and several destroyers, is visible in the background. The scene strongly suggests a naval exercise or security patrol operation.
    A large military helicopter is hovering low over open water in extremely hazy or spray-filled conditions. A figure appears to be suspended below the helicopter, suggesting a hoist or rescue operation in progress. The scene is heavily obscured by mist, sea spray, or rotor wash, significantly reducing visibility.

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