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    U.S., Estonian Special Operation Forces enhance readiness through airborne operations [Image 9 of 9]

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    A night vision image captured through a circular lens showing a military fast-rope or rappelling operation from a helicopter. At least one fully-equipped soldier is descending on a rope from what appears to be a rotary-wing aircraft visible at the top of the frame. A second suspended object or person is also visible to the right side of the image.

    TALLINN, ESTONIA

    09.04.2019

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Pena 

    352nd Special Operations Wing

    An Estonian Special Operation Force soldier fast ropes out of a U.S. Air Force CV-22 Osprey, assigned to the 352nd Special Operations Wing, during Fast Rope Insertion and Extraction System training near Amari, Estonia, Sept, 3, 2019. The CV-22 Osprey is a tilt-rotor aircraft that combines the vertical takeoff, hover, and vertical landing qualities of a helicopter with the long-range, fuel efficiency, and speed characteristics of a turboprop aircraft. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Pena)

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    Date Taken: 09.04.2019
    Date Posted: 09.22.2019 16:35
    Photo ID: 5773007
    VIRIN: 190904-Z-EP075-026
    Resolution: 4612x3655
    Size: 1.37 MB
    Location: TALLINN, EE
    Web Views: 118
    Downloads: 18

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    The image shows a military operation involving a CV-22 or V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft landed on a grassy field with rotors still spinning. Several armed soldiers in combat gear are moving toward or around the aircraft, accompanied by two all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). The scene appears to depict an insertion or extraction operation, likely during a training exercise.
    A Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft is seen on a grassy field at dusk or dawn, with its rotors in the horizontal (airplane mode) position. Dust or exhaust smoke surrounds the aircraft, suggesting the engines are running or the aircraft has just landed. Buildings and infrastructure are visible in the background under a dramatic, partly cloudy sky.
    Two military personnel are shown in silhouette against a twilight sky, engaged in what appears to be a briefing or tactical discussion. Both figures are equipped with tactical gear including helmets, communication headsets, and radio equipment. The backlit composition creates a dramatic contrast between the dark figures and the orange-blue gradient of the sunset sky.
    A tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as a V-22 Osprey, is captured in silhouette during a nighttime operation at low altitude. Green navigation/rotor tip lights are visible as light trails from the spinning rotors, and at least one person appears to be rappelling or fast-roping from the aircraft. Ground lights are faintly visible on the horizon, suggesting proximity to an airfield or operational area.
    A military tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as a Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey, hovers low over a grassy field during what appears to be a fast-rope or rappelling training exercise. A person is visible descending on a rope from the aircraft's underside. The scene is set under dramatic overcast skies with industrial structures visible in the background.
    A group of approximately 12-15 soldiers in camouflage uniforms are moving across an open grassy field toward a tiltrotor aircraft, identified as a V-22 Osprey, which is on the ground with its rotors visible. The soldiers appear to be boarding or approaching the aircraft during what looks like a military exercise or operation. The scene takes place in a rural setting with tree lines visible in the background under overcast skies.
    Military personnel are conducting a loading or unloading operation of a Polaris ATV (all-terrain vehicle) from the rear ramp of a large military transport aircraft, likely a C-130 Hercules. One soldier in full combat gear and helmet with night-vision mount is seated on the ATV inside the aircraft, while a ground guide with raised arms is directing the movement. The operation appears to be taking place on a grassy airfield during overcast conditions.
    A low-light dusk or dawn photograph showing a military tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as a V-22 Osprey, with rotors spinning as indicated by motion blur and green tip lights. Silhouetted figures, likely military personnel, are visible in the foreground moving near the aircraft. The scene suggests a tactical insertion or extraction operation conducted under low-visibility conditions.
    A night vision image captured through a circular lens showing a military fast-rope or rappelling operation from a helicopter. At least one fully-equipped soldier is descending on a rope from what appears to be a rotary-wing aircraft visible at the top of the frame. A second suspended object or person is also visible to the right side of the image.

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