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    200707-N-EB301-0014 [Image 4 of 15]

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    A twin-engine turboprop aircraft, consistent with a C-2 Greyhound or similar carrier onboard delivery (COD) aircraft, is captured mid-flight performing an airdrop operation. Two objects — appearing to be cargo packages — have been released from the aircraft and are descending with parachutes deployed. The image is taken against an overcast sky with diffuse cloud cover.

    VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES

    07.07.2020

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Matthew Young 

    Naval Special Warfare Group TWO

    200707-N-EB301-0014 VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (July 7, 2020) The parachutes deploy on two bundles from a C-2 Greyhound from the Rawhides of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 40 during a training jump above the Chesapeake Bay. Naval Special Warfare Command is committed to its Sailors and the deliberate assessment and development of their tactical excellence, ethics, and leadership as the nation’s premiere maritime special operations force supporting the National Defense Strategy. It is the maritime component of United States Special Operation Command, and its mission is to provide maritime special operations forces to conduct full-spectrum operations, unilaterally or with partners, to support national objectives. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Matthew Young/Released)

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    Date Taken: 07.07.2020
    Date Posted: 11.09.2020 14:27
    Photo ID: 6418130
    VIRIN: 200707-N-EB301-0014
    Resolution: 5446x3890
    Size: 6.58 MB
    Location: VIRGINIA, US
    Web Views: 58
    Downloads: 13

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    A United States Navy turboprop aircraft is photographed in flight against a clear blue sky. The aircraft appears to be a C-2 Greyhound, identifiable by its twin engines, high-wing configuration, and distinctive tail markings. The aircraft displays orange/yellow tail markings and a US Navy star insignia on the fuselage.
    A military turboprop aircraft is captured in flight against a partly cloudy blue sky, with a paratrooper visible to the right having just exited the aircraft. The paratrooper's parachute appears to be in the early stages of deployment, with a small drogue or pilot chute visible above the jumper. The aircraft displays visible US military markings (star insignia) on its underside.
    The image shows a military or cargo aircraft in flight with at least one parachutist visible in the sky, having already deployed their parachute. The scene is set against a partly cloudy blue sky with large cumulus clouds in the lower portion of the frame. Both the aircraft and parachutist appear as dark silhouettes at high altitude.
    A twin-engine turboprop aircraft, consistent with a C-2 Greyhound or similar carrier onboard delivery (COD) aircraft, is captured mid-flight performing an airdrop operation. Two objects — appearing to be cargo packages — have been released from the aircraft and are descending with parachutes deployed. The image is taken against an overcast sky with diffuse cloud cover.
    A military turboprop transport aircraft is captured mid-flight with a paratrooper in the process of exiting the aircraft. The parachute appears to be in the early deployment stage, still partially collapsed above the jumper. The image was taken from a ground-level perspective against an overcast sky.
    A military transport aircraft is captured mid-flight with a paratrooper who has just exited the aircraft and deployed a parachute. The parachute appears to be a round military-style canopy in an olive/dark green color. The scene takes place against a pale blue, slightly overcast sky.
    A twin-engine turboprop military aircraft is photographed from below against a clear blue sky. A small object or figure is visible falling or suspended below the aircraft, with a second object visible further below, suggesting an aerial drop operation in progress.
    A parachutist is descending through a partly cloudy sky using a dark gray ram-air parachute canopy. The jumper appears to be in full descent with control toggles visible, and a small aircraft can be seen in the background to the left. The image captures what appears to be a military or sport skydiving operation.
    A military service member in full tactical gear is leaning out of what appears to be an aircraft, likely preparing for or conducting an airborne operation. The individual is wearing a combat helmet, protective eyewear, multicam/OCP patterned uniform, and a parachute harness or tactical vest. The sky with scattered clouds is visible in the background, indicating significant altitude.
    A military parachutist in full combat gear is captured mid-exit from an aircraft at high altitude. The individual is wearing multicam/OCP camouflage uniform and carries a large black parachute pack on their back. Below, a coastal landscape with a beach, waterway, and urban area is visible from significant altitude.
    A military or tactical skydiver is captured in freefall immediately after exiting an aircraft, visible at the bottom edge of the frame. The jumper is in a tumbling, head-down orientation over a coastal area with teal-blue water and a sandy shoreline visible far below. The image is taken from the aircraft's perspective looking down.
    A military parachutist in full combat gear is captured mid-freefall in an inverted (head-down) position above a large body of water. The individual is wearing camouflage uniform with a parachute rig on their back and fins attached to their boots, indicating a combat water insertion (HALO/HAHO) operation. The image is taken from above, likely from the aircraft the jumper just exited, with a structure visible at the bottom edge of the frame.
    A military skydiver in full camouflage uniform and tactical gear is captured in a head-down freefall position over a large body of water. The jumper appears to be in a controlled vertical dive, with a pilot chute or drogue streamer visible trailing from their body. A structure, possibly a bridge or pier, is partially visible at the bottom edge of the frame.
    A military skydiver in full camouflage uniform and tactical gear is captured in a head-down freefall position over a large body of water. The jumper is inverted with feet pointing upward, wearing a parachute rig and harness system. A small boat is visible far below on the water's surface, leaving a white wake trail.
    A military or tactical skydiver is captured in freefall over a large body of water, positioned head-down in a dive orientation. The jumper is wearing full tactical gear including a parachute rig, camouflage uniform, and combat boots. A small watercraft is visible below leaving a wake on the water's surface, and a second jumper appears to have already landed or is lower in the frame.

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