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    Flight Operations [Image 6 of 14]

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    A flight deck director in a yellow jersey signals with both arms raised on the flight deck of a U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship. A military helicopter, appearing to be an MH-60 Sikorsky Sea Hawk, is in the process of landing or taking off near the ship's island superstructure. Multiple flight deck crew members in various colored jerseys are visible in the background performing their duties.

    ATLANTIC OCEAN

    07.15.2019

    Photo by Seaman Apprentice Travis Decker 

    USS Bataan (LHD 5)

    190715-N-KC192-0402
    ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 15, 2019) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Taiwo Adegbamigbe directs an MH-60S Sea Hawk, assigned to the Dragon Whales, of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 28, as it takes off from the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). Bataan is underway preparing for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Levi Decker)

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    Date Taken: 07.15.2019
    Date Posted: 07.15.2019 21:12
    Photo ID: 5582040
    VIRIN: 190715-N-KC192-0402
    Resolution: 6720x4480
    Size: 3.86 MB
    Location: ATLANTIC OCEAN
    Web Views: 148
    Downloads: 10

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    Military personnel are conducting a fast-rope or rappelling exercise down the side of a large naval vessel at sea. Multiple individuals are visible at different stages of the descent along the ship's hull, while ground personnel on the lower deck manage the ropes. The image is taken in silhouette against a clear blue sky with calm ocean water visible in the background.
    Military personnel are conducting a fast-rope or rappelling exercise from the side of a large naval vessel, likely an aircraft carrier or amphibious assault ship. At least one person is descending the ship's hull via rope while two personnel on the flight deck below manage and belay the ropes. The exercise is taking place at sea under clear blue sky conditions.
    Military personnel are conducting a fast-rope or rappelling training exercise from the flight deck edge of a large naval vessel, likely an amphibious assault ship. One service member is actively descending a rope while others observe from the deck above and manage the rope from below. The exercise takes place on the ship's flight deck with a large hangar bay visible in the background.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are conducting operations on the deck of a large naval vessel, likely an amphibious assault ship. Two Marines in the foreground appear to be checking or adjusting equipment/harnesses, while other personnel are visible in the background near the ship's open well deck or hangar bay. The scene suggests a pre-operation equipment check or training exercise at sea.
    A military ceremony is taking place on the deck of a naval vessel, where a pilot or senior officer in an olive green flight suit walks through a formal sideboy honors formation. Crew members in color-coded jerseys and helmets with ear protection are saluting on both sides, indicating a traditional naval honors ceremony. The setting appears to be the flight deck or hangar bay entrance of a warship.
    A flight deck director in a yellow jersey signals with both arms raised on the flight deck of a U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship. A military helicopter, appearing to be an MH-60 Sikorsky Sea Hawk, is in the process of landing or taking off near the ship's island superstructure. Multiple flight deck crew members in various colored jerseys are visible in the background performing their duties.
    A young man in a dark navy blue uniform is loading or unloading laundry using red and white mesh laundry bags into a large industrial washing machine or dryer. The setting appears to be a military vessel or institutional laundry facility, characterized by a long corridor lined with multiple large industrial machines. The environment is utilitarian with green-painted metal walls and fluorescent lighting.
    A person wearing full protective gear, including a helmet, safety goggles, ear protection/communications headset, and a protective suit, is positioned near industrial piping and valve equipment. The equipment in the background includes purple/red painted pipes, brass valves, and manual shutoff valves, consistent with a naval vessel or industrial facility. The lighting is dim and the scene suggests a damage control or engineering drill/operation.
    Three military personnel in dark navy uniforms are gathered on the deck of a naval vessel, reviewing footage or images on a Sony HD camcorder. The setting is clearly a warship deck with gray military superstructure, equipment, and a visible 'DANGER' warning sign in the background. The group appears engaged and focused on the camera's display screen.
    Military personnel, appearing to be U.S. Marines based on their uniforms and insignia, are conducting fast-rope or rappelling training on the exterior hull of a large naval vessel, likely an amphibious assault ship. One Marine on the flight deck is managing the rope while another is descending the ship's superstructure. A shadow of the rappelling figure is prominently cast on the gray hull of the vessel.
    The image shows U.S. Marines operating on the flight deck of an amphibious assault ship, with multiple military aircraft visible in the background. Personnel are wearing MARPAT camouflage uniforms and helmets, engaged in deck operations. A large tilt-rotor or fixed-wing aircraft is prominently visible in the upper right, along with what appear to be AV-8B Harrier jets in the background.
    Two silhouetted individuals are standing on what appears to be a naval vessel's flight deck, interacting with each other while holding cables or lines. The image is backlit by calm ocean water and a hazy sky, creating strong silhouette contrast. Both individuals appear to be wearing helmets and military-style gear.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are conducting rope/rappelling training on the edge of a naval vessel's flight deck. The ship appears to be an amphibious assault ship, identifiable by the flight deck markings, helicopters, and the island superstructure bearing the number '5' and a warning sign reading 'BEWARE OF JET BLAST AND ROTORS - BULL BENN FIELD.' The scene takes place at sea under clear skies.
    Military personnel, likely U.S. Marines, are conducting operations on the flight deck of a naval amphibious assault ship. A soldier is visible rappelling or working on the side of the ship's deck edge, while others stand on the flight deck managing ropes and equipment. A large amphibious ship is visible in the background with the warning 'BEWARE OF JET BLAST AND ROTORS' painted on its hull.

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