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    USS Makin Island action [Image 5 of 5]

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    An aerial view of a U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) numbered '44' operating at high speed on open ocean water. The hovercraft is carrying what appears to be an M1 Abrams main battle tank on its deck, surrounded by large spray and mist generated by its propulsion fans. This appears to be a military amphibious assault or training operation.

    PERSIAN GULF, AT SEA

    03.05.2012

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class David McKee 

    U.S. Navy           

    A landing craft air cushion assigned to Assault Craft Unit 5 departs the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) with an M1 A1 Abrams main battle tank. Makin Island and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit are deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

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    Date Taken: 03.05.2012
    Date Posted: 03.13.2012 00:45
    Photo ID: 540475
    VIRIN: 120305-N-FH966-018
    Resolution: 2100x1395
    Size: 1.15 MB
    Location: PERSIAN GULF, AT SEA
    Web Views: 64
    Downloads: 4

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    An aerial view of a U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft underway at sea, carrying multiple military vehicles on its deck. The craft is identified by the number '47' visible on its rear ramp, with the warning text 'DANGER RAMP AREA KEEP 15 FT CLEAR' also legible. Two large propulsion fans are visible at the rear, and the craft is generating significant spray as it travels across open water.
    A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) numbered '47' is underway at sea, riding on its air cushion and generating significant spray. The craft is loaded with multiple military vehicles, including what appear to be tan/desert-colored Humvees (HMMWVs) and other military equipment. Two large propulsion fans are visible at the rear of the craft.
    An aerial view of a U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft underway at sea, generating large spray and wake from its air cushion propulsion system. The craft is carrying what appears to be military cargo or vehicles on its deck. The 'U.S. NAVY' marking and American flag are clearly visible on the hull.
    An aerial view of a U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) numbered '44' operating at high speed on open ocean water. The hovercraft is carrying what appears to be an M1 Abrams main battle tank on its deck, surrounded by large spray and mist generated by its propulsion fans. This appears to be a military amphibious assault or training operation.

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