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    168th Wing Arrives in Norway [Image 5 of 8]

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    A large multi-engine aircraft is on final approach to land at a snow-covered airfield in what appears to be a Scandinavian or northern European winter setting. The runway and surrounding terrain are blanketed in snow, with a snow-capped hill, red farm buildings, and coniferous trees visible in the background. Overcast gray skies and winter conditions dominate the scene.

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    03.05.2020

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    U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa     

    The second of two KC-135R Stratotankers arrives at Ørland Air Station, Norway from the 168th Wing, Alaska Air National Guard, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, March 5, 2020. The 168th Wing is providing air refueling capabilities during Exercise Cold Response, a Norwegian national readiness and defense exercise that takes place across Norway with participation from each of its military services as well as from nine additional NATO allied nations and regional partners. We are able to maintain a global presence through the combined efforts of our active duty, National Guard, and Reserve partners. (Photos courtesy of Jan Terje Hellemsbakke/Royal Norwegian Air Force)

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    Date Taken: 03.05.2020
    Date Posted: 03.07.2020 15:36
    Photo ID: 6129456
    VIRIN: 200305-Z-ZZ999-1008
    Resolution: 7196x4802
    Size: 16.14 MB
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    A large military or commercial jet aircraft is visible on a snow-covered airfield runway during severe winter weather conditions. A yellow ground support vehicle, likely a snowplow or de-icing truck, is operating nearby on the tarmac. Visibility is significantly reduced due to blowing snow and overcast skies.
    A large wide-body commercial or military aircraft is seen from the rear on a snow-covered runway during winter conditions. The aircraft has four engines mounted under its wings and its landing lights are illuminated. Visibility is reduced due to overcast skies and blowing snow, creating a hazy, monochromatic blue-white atmosphere.
    A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft marked with 'AK' (Alaska) tail code is taxiing on a snow-covered runway during a heavy snowstorm. The aircraft bears U.S. Air Force markings and an American flag on the tail fin. Visibility is significantly reduced due to blizzard conditions, giving the scene a monochromatic blue-gray appearance.
    Two military personnel in U.S. Air Force uniforms descend a stairway/boarding ramp marked 'FORSVARET - Norwegian Armed Forces,' indicating a joint or allied military operation. In the background, a U.S. Air Force aircraft tail fin is visible bearing the 'AK' tail code and serial number 'AF 63-80,' along with an American flag insignia. The scene suggests a U.S.-Norwegian military cooperation event, likely at a Norwegian air base.
    A large multi-engine aircraft is on final approach to land at a snow-covered airfield in what appears to be a Scandinavian or northern European winter setting. The runway and surrounding terrain are blanketed in snow, with a snow-capped hill, red farm buildings, and coniferous trees visible in the background. Overcast gray skies and winter conditions dominate the scene.
    A ground crew member wearing a high-visibility yellow vest is marshalling a large military jet aircraft on a taxiway or apron. The aircraft appears to be a four-engine military tanker or transport, consistent with a KC-135 Stratotanker. The setting appears to be a cold-weather airfield with snow visible on the surrounding terrain.
    Military personnel are boarding or disembarking a large gray military aircraft using a mobile staircase belonging to the Norwegian Armed Forces (Forsvaret). The staircase is painted olive green and bears the Norwegian Armed Forces insignia including a crown emblem. The scene appears to take place on a military airfield under overcast conditions.
    Military personnel are deplaning from a U.S. Air Force aircraft, descending a mobile staircase onto a tarmac. The aircraft is a large gray military transport plane with 'U.S. AIR FORCE' markings clearly visible on the fuselage. Personnel are dressed in cold-weather military attire and carrying personal gear and backpacks.

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