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    Operation Joint Guardian [Image 6 of 8]

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    A black military helicopter marked 'KFOR' is performing a sling load operation, carrying a cargo net filled with supplies while hovering over what appears to be a military airfield or base. The helicopter is identifiable as a UH-60 Black Hawk type aircraft. The scene takes place on a clear day with partial cloud cover over a flat, open terrain with buildings visible in the background.

    CAMP BONDSTEEL, KOSOVO

    07.19.2011

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    200th Public Affairs Detachment

    The Aviation asset of Kosovo Forces 14 conducted sling load training July 26 on Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo in order to maintain a level of readiness should the need arise. The UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter is capable of picking up a load attached to the belly of the aircraft. The load must be properly packaged, weighed carefully, and attached with a hook to the hovering helicopter. (Courtesy photos by Spc. Lucretia Wilcox)

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    Date Taken: 07.19.2011
    Date Posted: 09.26.2011 12:11
    Photo ID: 462891
    VIRIN: 110719-A-0000W-001
    Resolution: 1024x768
    Size: 728.35 KB
    Location: CAMP BONDSTEEL, ZZ
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