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    Exercise Keen Sword 21 [Image 2 of 8]

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    A tiltrotor aircraft, identified as a Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey, is on the flight deck of a naval vessel with its rotors spinning. Deck crew members in blue uniforms and yellow safety vests are performing ground handling and marshaling duties around the aircraft. The scene appears to be an active flight deck operation at sea under partly cloudy skies.

    JS KAGA, JAPAN

    10.26.2020

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Donovan Zeanah 

    Regional Media Center - Japan

    Japanese Sailors assigned to JS Kaga (DDH 184), a Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Izumo-class helicopter carrier, tie down a CV-22 Osprey during Exercise Keen Sword 21, on October 26, 2020. Keen Sword is a joint, bilateral, biennial field-training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, designed to increase combat readiness and interoperability of the Japan-U.S. alliance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Donovan Zeanah/Released)

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    Date Taken: 10.26.2020
    Date Posted: 10.27.2020 03:28
    Photo ID: 6403361
    VIRIN: 201027-N-UC197-1002
    Resolution: 5234x3489
    Size: 7.99 MB
    Location: JS KAGA, JP
    Web Views: 164
    Downloads: 23

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    The image shows multiple V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft on and above what appears to be a naval vessel flight deck over open ocean. One Osprey is airborne in helicopter mode with rotors tilted upward for vertical flight, while at least one other is parked on the deck. The tail markings indicate USAF ownership with the identifier '0075' visible.
    A tiltrotor aircraft, identified as a Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey, is on the flight deck of a naval vessel with its rotors spinning. Deck crew members in blue uniforms and yellow safety vests are performing ground handling and marshaling duties around the aircraft. The scene appears to be an active flight deck operation at sea under partly cloudy skies.
    A group of military personnel wearing face masks are walking on what appears to be a ship's flight deck or similar naval surface. The group includes individuals in different camouflage uniforms, suggesting a multinational or joint military exercise or visit. One individual is wearing an orange safety vest and white helmet, indicating a deck safety role.
    Six military personnel in various uniforms are standing on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. The group appears to represent multiple nations' armed forces, visible through their distinct uniform styles and camouflage patterns. A large warship, likely an aircraft carrier or amphibious assault ship, is visible in the background on the open ocean.
    A military ceremony is taking place inside what appears to be a large naval vessel's hangar deck. A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is being escorted by personnel in dark naval uniforms, walking between two rows of honor guard sailors in white caps and dark uniforms. A military band in red-trimmed dress uniforms plays brass instruments on the left side.
    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms and black face masks are performing an elbow bump greeting, a COVID-era alternative to handshakes. One individual wears a uniform consistent with Japanese Self-Defense Force pattern, while the other wears a U.S. Air Force OCP uniform with a partially visible name tape reading 'NEIDER'. An American flag is visible in the background, suggesting a formal bilateral military event.
    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms and black face masks perform an elbow bump greeting on what appears to be a tarmac or airfield. One individual wears a U.S. Air Force uniform with the name tape 'SCHNEIDER' and a general officer star insignia, while the other wears a Japanese Self-Defense Force uniform. A Japanese national flag and a white helicopter are visible in the background.
    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms and face masks are performing a fist bump, likely during a bilateral military meeting or exercise. One individual wears a Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force uniform, while the other wears a U.S. Air Force OCP uniform with a name tape reading 'SCHNEIDER' and visible rank insignia. They are standing on what appears to be a naval vessel deck with a large warship visible in the background.

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