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    11th MEU Washdown and Backload after exercise KAMANDAG 3 [Image 6 of 9]

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    A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) numbered 518 is approaching what appears to be the well deck of an amphibious assault ship. The hovercraft is carrying multiple military vehicles on its deck and is generating significant spray and wake as it travels at speed across open water. The image captures a dynamic military amphibious operation in progress.

    PHILIPPINES

    10.18.2019

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Donald Holbert 

    11th Marine Expeditionary Unit   

    A U.S. Navy landing craft, air cushion with Assault Craft Unit 5, approaches the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS John. P. Murtha (LPD 26) transporting 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit forces and equipment after completing exercise KAMANDAG 3 in the Philippines, Oct. 18, 2019. KAMANDAG advances military modernization and capability development through subject matter expert exchanges. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Donald Holbert)

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    Date Taken: 10.18.2019
    Date Posted: 10.20.2019 05:07
    Photo ID: 5846468
    VIRIN: 191018-M-HB658-1169
    Resolution: 5669x3779
    Size: 2.63 MB
    Location: PH
    Web Views: 94
    Downloads: 18

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    A large military hovercraft (LCAC - Landing Craft Air Cushion) is coming ashore on a sandy beach, kicking up a significant dust and sand cloud. The scene appears to be an amphibious military landing operation, with the craft transitioning from water to land. A mountain range is visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
    A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) is conducting an amphibious beach landing operation, generating large spray and mist as it transitions from water to shore. The hovercraft, designated LCAC-5(partially visible number), is approaching or departing a sandy beach with a rocky island or sea stack visible in the background. The American flag is clearly visible on the craft's hull.
    The image is taken from inside a military watercraft or landing craft, looking through a forward window or hatch toward a large US Navy amphibious transport dock (LPD) ship. The vessel ahead has its well deck open at the stern, suggesting an active amphibious operation or docking maneuver. The photo captures a pilot or operator's perspective approaching the larger ship from the rear.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are maneuvering a large olive-drab tactical military truck inside what appears to be the vehicle deck of a naval vessel or large military transport facility. A ground guide is directing the truck driver with hand signals, a standard safety procedure during vehicle movement in confined spaces. The setting suggests a loading or staging operation aboard a ship's well deck or hangar bay.
    A United States Marine Corps (USMC) military tactical truck, identified by the marking 'USMC 593578', is being washed down inside what appears to be a ship's well deck or vehicle bay. The tan/desert-colored heavy truck features an armored cab and is loaded with cargo covered by a green tarp. Water is visibly spraying from a red hose near the rear wheels, indicating an active washdown procedure.
    A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) numbered 518 is approaching what appears to be the well deck of an amphibious assault ship. The hovercraft is carrying multiple military vehicles on its deck and is generating significant spray and wake as it travels at speed across open water. The image captures a dynamic military amphibious operation in progress.
    A military-style vehicle, likely a HMMWV (Humvee), is being washed with a high-pressure hose in what appears to be a vehicle wash bay or maintenance facility. Several individuals, silhouetted against bright backlighting, are standing nearby observing or participating in the washing process. The scene has a dramatic, high-contrast aesthetic with water spray visible throughout the frame.
    A young man in military-style green clothing and tan boots kneels on a wet floor while using a high-pressure water hose to clean the wheel and undercarriage area of a large military vehicle. He is gripping a brass/copper nozzle attached to an orange hose, directing a focused stream of water at the tire hub. The setting appears to be an indoor vehicle maintenance or wash bay with multiple large military trucks visible in the background.
    A military service member in olive drab PT gear (t-shirt and shorts) is working on top of a large piece of military equipment or vehicle inside what appears to be a hangar or ship bay. The individual is handling a hose or flexible tube while standing on the machinery. The setting suggests routine maintenance or cleaning operations on military hardware.

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