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    USS ESSEX Underway Operations [Image 5 of 12]

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    A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC-73) is operating at high speed over open ocean water. The hovercraft is generating large plumes of white spray and mist as it skims across the surface. The vessel displays clear military markings including its designation 'LCAC-73' and 'NAVY' on its hull.

    PACIFIC OCEAN

    04.17.2021

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Brett McMinoway 

    USS Essex (LHD 2)

    PACIFIC OCEAN (April 17, 2021) A Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC), attached to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5, transits the Pacific Ocean while conducting well deck operations with amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), April 17. Essex is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. Third Fleet. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brett McMinoway)

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    Date Taken: 04.17.2021
    Date Posted: 04.19.2021 21:40
    Photo ID: 6606818
    VIRIN: 210417-N-EB193-1064
    Resolution: 3200x1800
    Size: 1 MB
    Location: PACIFIC OCEAN
    Web Views: 18
    Downloads: 11

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    Two military personnel are working on a flight deck surrounded by multiple MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft. One individual in USMC woodland camouflage uniform is speaking on a corded handset while standing, and a second person in civilian-style dark clothing is crouching and working with equipment on the deck. Various communication or electronic equipment components, including antenna arrays and a tactical backpack, are laid out on the flight deck surface.
    The image shows a U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) operating at high speed on open ocean waters. The hovercraft is generating significant spray and mist as it skims across the surface, supported by its inflated rubber skirt. The vessel appears to be conducting an underway operation, likely departing from or approaching a well deck of an amphibious assault ship.
    The image shows a U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) numbered 73 operating at high speed on open ocean water. The hovercraft is generating significant spray and wake as it travels across the surface, supported by its inflated skirt and powered by large turbine-driven lift fans visible at the rear. The vessel's cargo deck appears empty, and the craft is photographed from an elevated angle, likely from a ship or aircraft.
    The image shows a U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC-73) operating at high speed over open ocean water. The hovercraft is generating significant spray and mist from its air cushion propulsion system. The vessel displays clear military markings and is equipped with large propulsion fans visible at the rear.
    A U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC-73) is operating at high speed over open ocean water. The hovercraft is generating large plumes of white spray and mist as it skims across the surface. The vessel displays clear military markings including its designation 'LCAC-73' and 'NAVY' on its hull.
    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT camouflage uniform is crouched on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck, operating a military radio communications system. He is holding a handset to his ear while positioned next to a green military radio transceiver box and a directional antenna mounted on a tripod. Several military jet aircraft, appearing to be AV-8B Harriers with tail number '07' visible, are parked in the background.
    A military or naval service member wearing a blue face mask and yellow safety harness is performing maintenance or inspection work on a large piece of deck-mounted equipment aboard a naval vessel. The person is reaching up to access a mechanical component on what appears to be a weapons system or sensor mount. The overcast sky and visible ocean horizon in the background confirm an at-sea operational environment.
    The image shows a U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) numbered 73 operating at sea, viewed from an elevated forward angle. The hovercraft is traveling at speed, generating large spray and foam around its skirt from the air cushion propulsion system. The vessel's open cargo deck with yellow centerline markings and twin rear propeller shrouds are clearly visible.
    The image shows a U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC-73) operating at high speed on open ocean waters. The hovercraft is generating significant spray and mist as it skims across the surface, surrounded by churning white water. The vessel appears to be conducting a standard underway operation, possibly a transit or amphibious exercise.
    A military aviation technician or deck crew member wearing a green jersey and tan face covering is performing maintenance or inspection work on a military aircraft. The individual is wearing work gloves and appears to be cleaning or servicing a component on the aircraft's fuselage. The green jersey is consistent with U.S. Navy carrier deck crew, typically indicating a catapult and arresting gear officer or aircraft handling role.
    A U.S. Marine wearing a black face mask and camouflage uniform sits in the driver's seat of a tan/desert-colored military utility vehicle, giving a thumbs-up gesture. The vehicle, marked with the number '5' and 'USMC' designation, appears to be staged inside a ship's well deck or vehicle storage bay. A small red fire extinguisher is visible mounted within the vehicle's roll cage.
    A U.S. Marine in desert MARPAT camouflage uniform is performing field maintenance on an M4-style carbine rifle equipped with optics and accessories. The service member is wearing a black face mask and is seated in what appears to be a shipboard or enclosed military facility. The individual is handling what appears to be a bolt carrier group or small firearm component while inspecting the weapon.

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