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    Building Interoperability: 12th CAB and Hungarian attack helicopter units cross-train aviators [Image 1 of 17]

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    A military attack helicopter, consistent with a Mil Mi-24 'Hind' design, is photographed from a low ground-level angle with rotor blades in motion. The dramatic wide-angle perspective emphasizes the aircraft's imposing size against a blue sky with scattered cumulus clouds. The helicopter appears to be on or near a grassy field, possibly preparing for takeoff or having just landed.

    SZOLNOK, HUNGARY

    06.03.2021

    Photo by Maj. Robert Fellingham 

    12th Combat Aviation Brigade

    U.S. Army Lt. Col. Matthew Cole, commander of 1st Battalion, 3rd Aviation Regiment, 12th Combat Aviation Brigade, spins up for a leader orientation flight in a Mi-24 Hind helicopter with Hungarian Defense Force Col. Zoltán Rolukó at Szolnok Air Base, Hungary on June 3, 2021, during exercise Saber Guardian 21, part of the DEFENDER-Europe 21 series of exercises.

    DEFENDER-Europe 21 is a large-scale U.S. Army-led exercise designed to build readiness and interoperability between the U.S., NATO allies and partner militaries. This year, more than 28,000 multinational forces from 26 nations will conduct nearly simultaneous operations across more than 30 training areas in over a dozen countries from the Baltics to the strategically important Balkans and Black Sea Region. Follow the latest news and information about DEFENDER-Europe 21, visit www.EuropeAfrica.army.mil/DefenderEurope.

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    Date Taken: 06.03.2021
    Date Posted: 06.05.2021 17:58
    Photo ID: 6678221
    VIRIN: 210603-A-KM584-044
    Resolution: 7952x5304
    Size: 11.65 MB
    Location: SZOLNOK, HU
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    A military attack helicopter, consistent with a Mil Mi-24 'Hind' design, is photographed from a low ground-level angle with rotor blades in motion. The dramatic wide-angle perspective emphasizes the aircraft's imposing size against a blue sky with scattered cumulus clouds. The helicopter appears to be on or near a grassy field, possibly preparing for takeoff or having just landed.
    A smiling military soldier in camouflage uniform and yellow ear protection is seated in the open side door of a large military helicopter on a tarmac. The soldier appears relaxed and is gesturing toward the camera. At least one other crew member is visible in the cockpit area of the aircraft.
    A U.S. Army soldier in camouflage uniform and red aviation headset stands beside an AH-64 Apache attack helicopter on a tarmac. The helicopter displays a unit patch on its fuselage, and at least one crew member is visible in the cockpit. The scene appears to be a pre-flight or ground operations scenario at a military airfield.
    Two military personnel are posing in front of a military attack helicopter, holding a framed Honorary Certificate. One individual is wearing an olive green flight suit with patches, while the other is in US Army multicam/OCP combat uniform. A third person is visible working on the helicopter in the background.
    A close-up photograph of a military attack helicopter, identifiable as an AH-64 Apache, in low-level flight. Two crew members are visible in the tandem cockpit, both wearing flight helmets and gear. A unit patch featuring an orange flaming insignia is visible on the fuselage, and debris or chaff particles are scattered throughout the frame.
    A military attack helicopter, identifiable as an AH-64 Apache variant, is captured in close-up flight against a backdrop of dense green trees and a partly cloudy sky. Two crew members are visible through the tandem cockpit canopy. The helicopter is fully armed with rocket pods and weapons systems visible on its stub wings.
    A military attack helicopter is positioned on a runway or taxiway, facing the camera with rotor blades in motion. The foreground helicopter appears to be a Mil Mi-24 'Hind' (Soviet/Russian design), while a second helicopter visible in the background right appears to be an AH-64 Apache. The image is taken at an airfield under partly cloudy skies with good natural lighting.
    A black-and-white military photograph showing a ground crew member signaling an AH-64 Apache attack helicopter on a flight line. The soldier appears to be conducting pre-flight or marshaling duties while crew members are visible in the cockpit. Additional helicopters are visible in the background on what appears to be a military airfield.
    A military attack helicopter, identifiable as an AH-64 Apache, is captured in low-level flight with rotor wash kicking up debris. Two crew members are visible in the tandem cockpit. The aircraft bears a unit patch on its fuselage and is flying at treetop level against a partly cloudy sky.
    A black-and-white photograph captures a military attack helicopter in low-altitude flight, likely during takeoff or landing at a military airfield. The foreground helicopter bears the visible tail number '720' and is heavily armed with weapons systems on its stub wings. Multiple additional military helicopters are visible parked on the ground in the background.
    A black and white photograph of a military attack helicopter, consistent with an AH-64 Apache, flying at low altitude over a treeline. The helicopter appears to be in motion, with rotor blur visible and debris being kicked up by rotor wash. Two crew members are visible through the cockpit canopy.
    A military pilot is seated in the cockpit of a combat helicopter, smiling and wearing a flight helmet with visor and communications equipment. The aircraft appears to be a military attack or utility helicopter on the ground, with rotor blades visible overhead. Text markings on the fuselage include both English and what appears to be Hungarian language instructions.
    A military attack helicopter, identifiable as an AH-64 Apache, is captured in a low hover or takeoff phase over a grassy field. The rotor blades show significant motion blur, indicating active rotation at high speed. At least one additional helicopter is visible on the ground in the background with personnel nearby.
    A military attack helicopter, consistent with a Mil Mi-24 'Hind' design, is captured in a low hover or takeoff position at a military airfield. The rotor blades are in motion, visible through motion blur. Several additional military helicopters, appearing to be AH-64 Apache types, are parked on the grass in the background.
    A soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform assists a seated pilot inside a military helicopter cockpit, appearing to adjust the pilot's helmet or visor. The aircraft bears a distinctive unit insignia on its fuselage — a blue shield with an orange flaming eagle head. A 'DO NOT GRAB' warning label is visible on cockpit equipment above the pilot.
    The image shows a military pilot or aircrew member seated in a cockpit, wearing a flight helmet with communications equipment. A second person in military uniform is visible in the background, appearing to lean over or assist. The shot is taken through the aircraft canopy or windscreen, creating reflections and layered visual depth.
    A military attack helicopter, identifiable as a Mil Mi-24 (Hind) variant, is captured in low hover or takeoff phase at a military airfield. The foreground aircraft bears the tactical number '20' and displays motion blur on its rotor blades, indicating active flight. In the background, multiple additional military helicopters — appearing to be a mix of types including what appear to be AH-64 Apaches — are parked on the flight line.

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