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    Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106 [Image 9 of 18]

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    A military aircraft handler is marshaling an F/A-18 Hornet fighter jet on a flight line tarmac, using raised hand signals to guide the aircraft. The scene takes place at what appears to be a desert military air base, identifiable by the characteristic arched sun shelters/revetments visible in the background. The handler is wearing standard flight deck gear including a helmet, ear protection, and yellow work gloves.

    EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    03.25.2021

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Drew Verbis 

    Navy Operational Support Center Phoenix

    2100325-N-AS200-0161 EL CENTRO, Calif. (March 25, 2021) Flight crews assigned to the "Gladiators" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106 marshal signals to a F/A-18E Super Hornet during flight training operations onboard Naval Air Facility (NAF) El Centro March 25, 2021. The Gladiators' train and prepare the finest strike fighter aircrew and maintenance professionals for the fleet in support of combat operations around the world. NAF El Centro supports combat training and readiness of the warfighter. This includes air operations support to operational fleet and training squadrons as well as squadrons from other services (Marine Corps, Army, Air Force) and international military partners. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Drew Verbis/Released)

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    Date Taken: 03.25.2021
    Date Posted: 03.29.2021 02:25
    Photo ID: 6574039
    VIRIN: 210325-N-AS200-0161
    Resolution: 3232x2309
    Size: 5.46 MB
    Location: EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, US
    Web Views: 122
    Downloads: 15

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    A U.S. Navy medical personnel wearing NWU Type III camouflage uniform, a blue surgical mask, and latex gloves is administering an injection to another military service member. The recipient is wearing a tan/coyote brown t-shirt and a camouflage patrol cap, seated with their back to the camera. The setting appears to be a military medical administration site, likely a vaccination event.
    A group of U.S. Navy personnel and civilians are gathered outdoors at what appears to be a checkpoint or processing station. A standing Navy sailor wearing a name tape reading 'DURAN' and a face mask is interacting with a seated individual in a tan/khaki uniform at a folding table. Additional military personnel and civilians in face masks are visible in the background near a white van.
    A group of U.S. Navy personnel in NWU Type III camouflage uniforms are gathered outdoors at what appears to be a processing or check-in station. All individuals are wearing face masks, suggesting this activity took place during the COVID-19 pandemic period. A seated individual in a tan/khaki uniform is being attended to at a folding table by a standing sailor identified by nametape as 'DURAN'.
    A U.S. Navy service member wearing camouflage NWU Type III uniform with name tape 'DONG' and a black face mask stands at an outdoor table overseeing a civilian or personnel filling out paperwork. The setting appears to be an outdoor administrative or processing station, likely during a COVID-era event given the face masks worn by both individuals. A Gatorade bottle and what appears to be a radio or device are visible on the folding table.
    Two U.S. Navy Police officers in digital camouflage uniforms and tactical vests are interacting with a third individual seated at a table outdoors. All three individuals are wearing face masks, suggesting this was taken during the COVID-19 pandemic period. One officer is giving a thumbs-up gesture while holding a document, appearing to process or check credentials.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet with bureau number 226 and tail code 'AD' is taxiing on a concrete flight line at a military airfield. The two-seat aircraft bears low-visibility gray markings and is equipped with external stores including fuel tanks and weapons systems. Two crew members (pilot and weapons systems officer) are visible in the tandem cockpit.
    A military flight deck crew member is marshaling a U.S. Navy F/A-18 Hornet (tail number 226) on a tarmac at what appears to be a desert air base. The crew member, seen from behind, is giving hand signals with one arm raised while wearing a flight helmet, hearing protection, and a utility bag. Multiple aircraft shelters (sunshades/revetments) and mountains are visible in the background.
    A military aircraft handler is marshalling a fighter jet on a tarmac, with both hands raised in a stop or halt signal. The aircraft appears to be an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet in a gray paint scheme, positioned in front of large arched aircraft shelters. The setting appears to be a military air base, likely in an arid region based on the terrain and shelter architecture.
    A military aircraft handler is marshaling an F/A-18 Hornet fighter jet on a flight line tarmac, using raised hand signals to guide the aircraft. The scene takes place at what appears to be a desert military air base, identifiable by the characteristic arched sun shelters/revetments visible in the background. The handler is wearing standard flight deck gear including a helmet, ear protection, and yellow work gloves.
    A front-facing close-up photograph of a military jet fighter, most likely an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet, parked on an airfield tarmac. The aircraft features a highly polished chrome-like finish on the nose and canopy area, with the nose gear extended and landing gear visible. In the background, large open-frame hangar or shade structures are visible along with at least one propeller aircraft.
    A front-facing view of a military jet fighter, likely an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet, parked on a flight line at what appears to be a desert air base. Two ground crew personnel in dark uniforms are performing maintenance or pre-flight checks on the aircraft's landing gear and undercarriage. The aircraft has a highly polished metallic finish and is equipped with wing-mounted weapons or sensor pods.
    A U.S. Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to VFA-106 is taxiing or parked on a concrete flight line at what appears to be a desert air base. The aircraft bears modex number 231 and tail code 'AD', indicating assignment to an Atlantic Fleet squadron. The jet is configured with external stores including fuel tanks and what appear to be air-to-air missiles.
    Two military personnel in U.S. Navy NWU (Naval Working Uniform) camouflage are conducting pre-flight or post-flight ground operations on a gray tactical jet aircraft, likely an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet, on a flight line tarmac. One crew member wearing a green helmet marked 'FDC' is facing the aircraft from the front, while another stands to the left holding a yellow-handled tool or probe. Aircraft shelters (revetments or sun shades) are visible in the background.
    Two military personnel in U.S. Navy digital camouflage uniforms are conducting pre-flight or maintenance checks on a gray fighter jet, likely an F/A-18 Hornet or Super Hornet, on a flight line tarmac. The person in the foreground is wearing a green helmet marked 'FDC' and communication headset, indicating a flight deck crew or maintenance coordination role. Aircraft shelters and additional aircraft are visible in the background.
    A twin-engine military jet fighter is photographed from a direct rear view on an airbase tarmac, revealing both engine exhaust nozzles and the undercarriage. The aircraft is positioned under a large open-frame canopy shelter structure. Several ground crew personnel in camouflage uniforms are visible to the right side of the aircraft.
    A ground crew member wearing a black uniform, tactical gloves, and aviation headset is marshalling a silver military jet fighter on an airfield tarmac. The person faces away from the camera with both hands raised in a standard aircraft marshalling signal. The aircraft appears to be parked or taxiing in front of large covered hangar structures.
    A ground crew member wearing hearing protection and black gloves is marshalling a military jet fighter on an airfield tarmac. The aircraft, which appears to be an F/A-18 or similar twin-engine fighter jet, is positioned directly in front of the marshal with its wings spread. The background shows covered aircraft shelters or hangars with a slatted roof structure.
    Military personnel in camouflage and tan uniforms are conducting what appears to be an outdoor processing or check-in operation, likely a COVID-19 vaccination or testing event. A seated service member in tan flight suit reviews a document (possibly a vaccination card) at a folding table while another uniformed individual stands across from him. A queue of civilians and additional military personnel is visible in the background.

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