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    Al Dhafra Air Base Supports Multi-National Exercise to Counter Unmanned Aerial System Threats [Image 7 of 9]

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    A large military airborne early warning and control aircraft, identifiable by its distinctive rotodome radar disc mounted above the fuselage, is captured during takeoff or low-altitude flight over a desert airfield. The background reveals hardened aircraft shelters and military infrastructure consistent with a Middle Eastern or arid-region air base. Atmospheric haze reduces visibility in the distance.

    AL DHAFRA AIR BASE, ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

    06.30.2021

    Photo by Master Sgt. Wolfram Stumpf 

    380th Air Expeditionary Wing

    A U.S. Air Force E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft assigned to the 968th Expeditionary Airborne Air Control Squadron, takes off in support of a joint, multi-national exercise at Al Dhafra Air Base (ADAB), United Arab Emirates, June 30, 2021. During the exercises, multiple platforms worked together to execute and refine tactics, techniques and procedures to counter Unmanned Aerial System threats. Conducting consistent training with partner nations ensures interoperability and the ability to defend ourselves, and reinforces security and stability in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Wolfram M. Stumpf)

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    Date Taken: 06.30.2021
    Date Posted: 07.02.2021 09:21
    Photo ID: 6718789
    VIRIN: 210630-Z-BR512-1007
    Resolution: 3140x2093
    Size: 842.49 KB
    Location: AL DHAFRA AIR BASE, ABU DHABI, AE
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    A gray U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules transport aircraft marked 'DM' and serial number '590' is taxiing or rolling on a runway at a desert airfield. The aircraft appears to be assigned to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base (indicated by the 'DM' tail code). The surrounding environment is arid and sandy, consistent with a Middle Eastern or desert Southwest location.
    A military turboprop transport aircraft, identifiable as a C-130 Hercules variant with tail code 'DM', is captured during takeoff or low-altitude flight over a desert airstrip. The aircraft displays gray military livery and has its landing gear still deployed. The arid, flat terrain and hazy atmospheric conditions suggest a Middle Eastern or desert Southwest location.
    A white business jet is parked on an airport tarmac, photographed from a direct front-facing perspective. The aircraft features rear-mounted twin engines and a T-tail configuration, consistent with a large-cabin business jet such as a Gulfstream or similar model. The setting appears to be a dry, arid-climate airport under hazy, overcast sky conditions.
    A U.S. Air Force aircraft, marked with the number 355, is taxiing on a runway at what appears to be a desert military airbase. The aircraft is a white business-jet style plane, likely a C-146 Wolfhound or similar variant, operating in an arid environment consistent with Middle Eastern geography. Background infrastructure including hangars and support buildings is visible through hazy atmospheric conditions.
    A white commercial or business jet aircraft is captured shortly after takeoff from a desert airfield. The environment appears arid with sandy terrain, sparse desert vegetation, and military-style hardened aircraft shelters visible in the background. The sky is hazy and overcast, consistent with a hot desert climate.
    A U.S. Air Force E-3 Sentry AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System) aircraft is taxiing on a runway at what appears to be a desert air base. The aircraft is identifiable by its distinctive rotating radar dome mounted above the fuselage and 'U.S. AIR FORCE' markings on the fuselage. The arid, sandy environment and base infrastructure visible in the background suggest a Middle Eastern location.
    A large military airborne early warning and control aircraft, identifiable by its distinctive rotodome radar disc mounted above the fuselage, is captured during takeoff or low-altitude flight over a desert airfield. The background reveals hardened aircraft shelters and military infrastructure consistent with a Middle Eastern or arid-region air base. Atmospheric haze reduces visibility in the distance.
    A U.S. Air Force ground crew member wearing a red safety vest and green hearing protection is marshaling a Boeing E-3 Sentry AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System) aircraft on a tarmac. The crew member is directing the aircraft with an outstretched arm gesture. The setting appears to be a military airfield in a hot, arid environment based on the hazy sky and bright lighting conditions.
    A ground crew member wearing a red safety vest and hearing protection is saluting or signaling a U.S. Air Force E-3 Sentry AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System) aircraft on a tarmac. The aircraft is identifiable by its distinctive rotating radar dome mounted above the fuselage. The setting appears to be a military air base in a hot, arid environment based on the hazy sky and concrete apron.

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