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    USS Wasp (LHD 1) conducts flight operations [Image 5 of 5]

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    A military helicopter, consistent with a Sikorsky MH-60 Seahawk variant, is captured in flight against an overcast sky. The aircraft is painted in a standard naval gray scheme and appears to be in a hover or low-speed flight configuration. Rotor blades show motion blur indicating active flight.

    EAST CHINA SEA

    10.19.2018

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Michael Molina 

    USS WASP (LHD 1)   

    EAST CHINA SEA (Oct. 19, 2018) - An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the "Island Knights" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 25, prepares to land on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1). Wasp, flagship of the Wasp Amphibious Ready Group, with embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is operating in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael Molina)

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    Date Taken: 10.19.2018
    Date Posted: 10.20.2018 02:46
    Photo ID: 4832553
    VIRIN: 181019-N-VK310-0119
    Resolution: 5888x3500
    Size: 1.33 MB
    Location: EAST CHINA SEA
    Web Views: 64
    Downloads: 16

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    A U.S. Navy military helicopter, identified by the number '01' and an eagle insignia, is captured in flight over open water. The aircraft appears to be an MH-60S Knighthawk or similar Sikorsky Sea Hawk variant, with multiple crew members visible through the windows and open door. The helicopter is equipped with a rescue hoist and sensor pod, indicating a search and rescue or utility mission role.
    Three military aviation technicians wearing green flight suits and helmets with hearing protection are working on an aircraft engine/propeller assembly on what appears to be a ship's flight deck. They are standing on a maintenance platform or work stand labeled 'GLBW 5788-001'. The personnel appear to be conducting inspection or maintenance on a large turboprop or propeller-driven aircraft.
    A U.S. Navy helicopter, marked '07' and assigned to USS WASP, is positioned on what appears to be a ship's flight deck over open water. A crew member in a flight helmet and gear is visible leaning out of the open side door. The aircraft appears to be an MH-60 Seahawk variant in standard naval gray livery.
    Military personnel are performing maintenance on a V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft (numbered '10') on the flight deck of a naval vessel. The yellow vest worn by one crew member reads 'WASP LHD-1', identifying the ship as USS Wasp. A technician is climbing into an open engine nacelle compartment while several other crew members observe and assist.
    A military helicopter, consistent with a Sikorsky MH-60 Seahawk variant, is captured in flight against an overcast sky. The aircraft is painted in a standard naval gray scheme and appears to be in a hover or low-speed flight configuration. Rotor blades show motion blur indicating active flight.

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