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    Navy EOD Techs Parachute Into The Arabian Gulf [Image 2 of 10]

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    A large military helicopter is flying in a clear blue sky while towing or releasing a load suspended by cables or lines. The suspended object appears to be a cargo bundle or equipment package, possibly being deployed or retrieved via sling load operation. The image captures an aerial military logistics or training exercise.

    ARABIAN GULF

    05.10.2021

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Dawson Roth  

    U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet           

    210510-N-KZ419-1280 ARABIAN GULF (May 10, 2021) – An explosive ordnance disposal technician assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 52 and 56 parachutes from an MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopter, attached to Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron (HM) 15, during parachute insertion operations in the Arabian Gulf, May 10. CTF 56 commands and controls the employment of tactical Navy expeditionary combat forces in order to maximize U.S. 5th Fleet’s lethality throughout the maritime domain utilizing eight task groups whose missions range from explosive ordnance disposal and Navy diving, Naval construction forces and expeditionary logistics support, maritime interdiction operations and maritime security, and embarked security teams. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dawson Roth)

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    Date Taken: 05.10.2021
    Date Posted: 05.12.2021 03:05
    Photo ID: 6640719
    VIRIN: 210510-N-KZ419-1280
    Resolution: 4020x2680
    Size: 3.27 MB
    Location: ARABIAN GULF
    Web Views: 138
    Downloads: 17

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    A military or coast guard patrol vessel is operating on open sea under a hazy sky, with a helicopter flying overhead in the upper right portion of the frame. The vessel appears to have personnel visible on its deck and is equipped with communications and weapons systems. The scene suggests a coordinated maritime patrol or surveillance operation.
    A large military helicopter is flying in a clear blue sky while towing or releasing a load suspended by cables or lines. The suspended object appears to be a cargo bundle or equipment package, possibly being deployed or retrieved via sling load operation. The image captures an aerial military logistics or training exercise.
    The image shows two large military helicopters flying in a clear blue sky, with a parachutist descending in the lower left portion of the frame. The helicopters appear to be heavy-lift variants, consistent with CH-53 Sea Stallion or similar large rotor aircraft. The scene suggests a military airborne operation or training exercise involving helicopter-deployed personnel.
    Two parachutists are descending over an open body of water under a clear, pale blue sky. Both parachutes appear dark/olive-colored and round in shape, consistent with military-style canopies. The minimalist composition emphasizes the vast expanse of sky and sea.
    The image shows an open ocean scene with two parachutes and a small inflatable boat. One parachutist is still airborne descending toward the water on the right side, while a second parachute has already collapsed into the sea on the left. A rigid inflatable boat (RIB) with personnel aboard is moving across the water, likely conducting a recovery operation.
    A single parachutist is descending through a clear blue sky using a fully deployed round parachute. The canopy appears to be a military-style round parachute in a gray/olive drab color with visible gores and suspension lines. The image is taken from a low angle looking upward, silhouetting the jumper against the bright sky.
    A single parachutist is descending over open ocean water with a fully deployed round parachute canopy. The parachute is dark gray/olive in color, consistent with military-style equipment. The jumper appears to be just above the water surface, suggesting an imminent water landing.
    An aerial photograph shows a gray military patrol vessel underway at sea, leaving a white wake behind it. Personnel are visible on the deck, and a smaller inflatable rubber boat (RHIB) is positioned alongside the larger vessel. The image appears to capture a maritime military operation or training exercise.
    The image is taken from inside a military helicopter cockpit, showing a view through the windshield of another large military helicopter flying in formation over open ocean. A helmeted crew member is visible in the foreground on the right side. The lighting suggests either early morning or late afternoon conditions.
    A U.S. Navy helicopter, marked 'NAVY 14' with tail code 'T8', is flying over open water while towing or deploying equipment on a cable beneath it. The aircraft appears to be a Sikorsky CH-53 or similar heavy-lift helicopter engaged in a mine countermeasures or towing operation. The image is taken from a slightly elevated angle with a hazy sky and calm sea in the background.

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    HM-15
    CTF 56
    CTF 52
    EOD
    CENTCOM
    U.S. 5th Fleet

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