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    Norwegian and U.S. Forces enhance proficiency through winter warfare training [Image 6 of 8]

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    A group of individuals on snowmobiles traverse a snow-covered road in a mountainous winter landscape, likely during dusk or dawn given the low golden light. One person standing on a snowmobile is wearing white winter camouflage gear and raising a hand, while another rider wears a bright red jacket. The setting appears to be a Nordic or Arctic region with snow-laden conifer trees and large snow-covered mountains in the background.

    LAKSELV, FINNMARK, NORWAY

    12.10.2019

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Pena 

    352nd Special Operations Wing

    U.S. Air Force special tactics members assigned to the 352nd Special Operations Wing, conduct cold-weather training on snowmobiles alongside members from the Norwegian Armed Forces near Banak Air Base, Norway, Dec. 10, 2019. The training was part of a bigger exercise which encompassed live ammunition fire, infiltration and exfiltration, and cold-weather training utilizing with the 352nd SOW’s CV-22B Osprey and MC130J Commando II. These engagements are opportunities for Norway and U.S. Forces to steadily build upon a strong bond, founded on shared values and desires for a strong Trans-Atlantic unity and stability in the European theatre and Arctic. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Pena)

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    Date Taken: 12.10.2019
    Date Posted: 12.19.2019 12:34
    Photo ID: 5991567
    VIRIN: 191210-Z-EP075-005
    Resolution: 5520x3680
    Size: 6.58 MB
    Location: LAKSELV, FINNMARK, NO
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    A military tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as a V-22 Osprey variant (likely CV-22 based on USAF markings), is captured during takeoff or landing on a snow-covered airfield. The rotors are in helicopter mode (tilted upward) and are spinning, creating a visible snow/dust wash across the tarmac. Snow-capped mountains and a treeline are visible in the background, suggesting a cold-weather northern environment.
    Two military personnel in white winter camouflage uniforms are operating equipment in a snowy arctic or subarctic environment during twilight conditions. One soldier is bending over what appears to be a military equipment case or sled with an illuminated red indicator light, while the other stands observing. The setting features a snow-covered landscape with sparse trees and hills in the background under a golden sunset sky.
    A soldier in white winter camouflage gear is kneeling on snow in a firing position, aiming a weapon with a visible muzzle flash toward a snow-covered valley. The terrain features rolling snow-covered hills with sparse bare trees, suggesting a subarctic or Nordic environment. The scene appears to be a military exercise or combat operation conducted in low-light winter conditions.
    The image shows military personnel in winter camouflage gear operating in a snowy environment during low-light conditions, likely at dawn or dusk. The foreground soldier is shouldering what appears to be a rocket launcher or anti-tank weapon system. The soldiers are equipped with full tactical gear including helmets with night-vision mounts, body armor, and communication equipment.
    A soldier in winter camouflage (white oversuit) and tactical helmet is handling what appears to be a shoulder-fired rocket launcher or anti-tank weapon system. The setting appears to be a cold-weather military training exercise, likely in a Scandinavian or Arctic environment based on the snow-covered ground and conifer trees. Several other personnel in mixed winter gear are visible in the background observing.
    A group of individuals on snowmobiles traverse a snow-covered road in a mountainous winter landscape, likely during dusk or dawn given the low golden light. One person standing on a snowmobile is wearing white winter camouflage gear and raising a hand, while another rider wears a bright red jacket. The setting appears to be a Nordic or Arctic region with snow-laden conifer trees and large snow-covered mountains in the background.
    A military transport aircraft, consistent with a C-130 Hercules, is parked on a tarmac in a cold, wintry environment with snow-covered mountains and coniferous trees in the background. The aircraft's rear cargo ramp is open and a red beacon light is illuminated on the tail. A group of military personnel in combat gear are gathered near the left side of the aircraft, likely preparing for loading or a briefing.
    A night vision image captured through a circular lens showing a military personnel in full combat gear working on or near an aircraft, likely a helicopter. The image is rendered entirely in green monochrome, characteristic of Generation 2 or 3 night vision optics. The soldier appears to be conducting maintenance or refueling operations on the aircraft at night.

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