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    VMM-165 (Rein.) Marines Couduct Routine Flight Ops Aboard USS Portland [Image 3 of 8]

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    A large military helicopter marked with the number '23' is secured on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. A fully equipped soldier or crew member in tactical gear stands in the foreground observing the aircraft. The scene depicts a naval aviation operation with the helicopter appearing to be in a pre-flight or standby state.

    USS PORTLAND (LPD 27), PACIFIC OCEAN

    05.23.2021

    Photo by Cpl. Ian Simmons 

    11th Marine Expeditionary Unit   

    PACIFIC OCEAN (May 23, 2021) U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 165 (Reinforced), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), conduct preflight checks for a CH-53E Super Stallion aboard amphibious transport dock USS Portland (LPD 27), May 23. Marines and Sailors of the 11th MEU and the Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) are conducting routine training off the coast of southern California. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Ian M. Simmons)

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    Date Taken: 05.23.2021
    Date Posted: 06.21.2021 00:57
    Photo ID: 6700783
    VIRIN: 210523-M-PQ699-1264
    Resolution: 6000x3375
    Size: 2.79 MB
    Location: USS PORTLAND (LPD 27), PACIFIC OCEAN
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    Downloads: 11

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    A close-up view of the cockpit section of a military helicopter marked with the number '23', showing a pilot in full flight gear including helmet seated inside. The aircraft is gray/silver in color with visible rescue markings and safety labels on the fuselage. The tandem rotor configuration visible in the background suggests this is a CH-46 Sea Knight or CH-47 Chinook-type helicopter.
    A large military helicopter, identified as a CH-53E Super Stallion, is positioned on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. Multiple crew members in various colored jerseys and flight gear are performing pre-flight or maintenance operations around and on top of the aircraft. The scene depicts standard naval aviation deck operations with personnel fulfilling specialized roles indicated by their jersey colors.
    A large military helicopter marked with the number '23' is secured on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. A fully equipped soldier or crew member in tactical gear stands in the foreground observing the aircraft. The scene depicts a naval aviation operation with the helicopter appearing to be in a pre-flight or standby state.
    A military helicopter marked with the number '23' is positioned on the deck of a naval vessel at sea. A flight deck crew member in the foreground is giving a hand signal, likely communicating with the cockpit crew. Two pilots are visible through the helicopter's cockpit windows.
    A military flight deck crew member stands on what appears to be a naval aircraft carrier flight deck. The individual is fully equipped with protective gear including a yellow helmet, ESS goggles, face covering, yellow safety vest, and tactical gloves. Helicopters are visible in the blurred background, confirming a naval aviation environment.
    A U.S. Marines heavy-lift helicopter, identifiable as a CH-53E Super Stallion, is on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. Several personnel in combat gear and flight deck crew are boarding or approaching the aircraft. The scene depicts an active embarkation operation under clear sky conditions.
    A large military helicopter marked with the number '23' is positioned on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. Ground crew personnel are visible performing pre-flight or maintenance checks around the aircraft. The rotors are spinning, indicating the helicopter is either preparing for takeoff or has recently landed.
    A close-up, low-angle photograph of a military helicopter viewed from below and slightly in front. The aircraft bears the number '23' on its nose and displays characteristics consistent with a heavy-lift military helicopter, likely a CH-53E Super Stallion used by the U.S. Marine Corps. The rotor blades are in motion, visible as motion-blurred streaks against a clear blue sky.

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