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    VMM-163 in Air, on Land and Sea [Image 4 of 5]

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    The image shows a view from the open rear ramp of a military aircraft over open water. A tan/olive-colored container or bundle is visible being deployed or dropped, with an orange drogue/extraction parachute attached to it. Two silhouetted crew members are visible on either side of the ramp observing the operation.

    MARINE CORPS AIR STATION MIRAMAR, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    10.13.2020

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Anaya 

    3rd Marine Aircraft Wing

    U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 163, Marine Aircraft Group 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, deploy an oceanographic sensor at the Pacific Ocean, Calif., Oct. 13, 2020. 3rd MAW builds capability, strength, trust, and resiliency in our Marine-Air-Ground-Task Force by providing the aviation command element for I Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Anaya)

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    Date Taken: 10.13.2020
    Date Posted: 10.21.2020 13:51
    Photo ID: 6396532
    VIRIN: 201013-M-ES316-1032
    Resolution: 5760x3840
    Size: 14.72 MB
    Location: MARINE CORPS AIR STATION MIRAMAR, CALIFORNIA, US
    Web Views: 119
    Downloads: 23

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    Military personnel in flight suits and tactical gear are boarding a V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft on a paved airfield tarmac. The aircraft, marked with tail number 7903 and unit code 'YP 07', has its rear ramp lowered and rotors spinning. The scene appears to be a pre-mission or training departure at a U.S. military air installation.
    Military personnel are seated inside what appears to be a military helicopter or transport aircraft with an open side door or ramp. At least two individuals in full tactical gear are visible, with one leaning toward the open aperture while examining or handling a flat object, possibly a map or document. The background through the opening shows a large body of water below, suggesting the aircraft is flying over ocean or sea.
    Two military personnel in flight gear and helmets are positioned at the open rear ramp of a military aircraft, appearing to prepare for or conduct an aerial drop operation over a body of water. The individuals are silhouetted against bright light coming through the open ramp, with a cardboard box or cargo container visible in the foreground. The scene suggests a maritime airdrop or cargo delivery mission.
    The image shows a view from the open rear ramp of a military aircraft over open water. A tan/olive-colored container or bundle is visible being deployed or dropped, with an orange drogue/extraction parachute attached to it. Two silhouetted crew members are visible on either side of the ramp observing the operation.
    The image shows the interior of a military transport aircraft, likely a C-130 or similar cargo/troop transport, with personnel near the open rear ramp. Two silhouetted figures are positioned at the open ramp door, backlit by bright exterior light, suggesting a parachute jump or airborne operation is in progress. Additional personnel are seated along the interior walls of the aircraft.

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    3rd Marine Aircraft Wing
    Marine Corps Air Station Miramar
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    VMM-163
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