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    Photo Essay: Gas station in the sky - 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit pushes the range of amphibious reach with aerial refueling capability [Image 17 of 31]

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    The image shows an aerial refueling operation between two military aircraft in flight against a hazy sky. A KC-130 tanker aircraft (tail number 738) is transferring fuel via a hose-and-drogue system to a V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft. Both aircraft appear to be U.S. Marine Corps assets based on visible markings.

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    09.23.2012

    Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Chad Kiehl 

    24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

    An MV-22B Osprey, right, and a KC-130J Hercules, both with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 261 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct aerial refueling training operations, Sept 23, 2012. The training consisted of MV-22B Ospreys and AV-8B Harriers conducting aerial refueling with the 24th MEU's KC-130J Hercules aircraft to practice the skills needed for long-range flight operations. The 24th MEU is deployed with the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group as a theater reserve and crisis response force for U.S. Central Command in the U.S. Navy's 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

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    Date Taken: 09.23.2012
    Date Posted: 09.26.2012 01:56
    Photo ID: 672096
    VIRIN: 120923-M-RO494-111
    Resolution: 5512x3072
    Size: 545.9 KB
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    A military aircrew member sits on the open rear ramp of a large military cargo aircraft, likely a C-130 Hercules, looking down at a body of water far below. The individual is wearing tan/khaki flight gear, sunglasses, and a communications headset. The open ramp provides a dramatic wide-angle view of the ocean or large body of water beneath the aircraft.
    Three V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft are flying in a diagonal formation against a clear blue sky. The lead aircraft is closest to the camera and displays visible tail markings, while the other two aircraft are positioned further away in echelon formation. The aircraft appear to be in cruise flight mode with rotors tilted forward.
    A U.S. Marines MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft is conducting aerial refueling, connected via a drogue-and-probe refueling hose to a tanker aircraft whose underside is visible at the top of the frame. At least two additional Osprey aircraft are visible in formation in the background. The image is taken from the perspective of the tanker aircraft, likely a KC-130.
    An aerial refueling operation is captured from the open rear ramp of a tanker aircraft, showing a V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft connected via a refueling drogue and hose. The photo is taken from inside the tanker's cargo bay looking out through the open ramp door. A second V-22 Osprey is visible in the background awaiting its turn to refuel.
    An aerial refueling operation is captured from inside the open rear cargo ramp of a tanker aircraft, showing an MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft connected via a refueling drogue hose. A second Osprey is visible in the background awaiting its turn. A crew member wearing a headset is observing the operation from the right side of the ramp.
    A U.S. Marines MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft is shown in flight conducting aerial refueling operations, with a refueling drogue and hose extending from its nose probe. The aircraft bears 'MARINES' markings and a U.S. military roundel insignia. At least two additional Osprey aircraft are visible in the background, suggesting a formation flight or coordinated refueling exercise.
    A military aerial refueling operation is underway, with at least two V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft receiving fuel from what appears to be a KC-130 tanker aircraft. A crew member wearing a flight helmet and headset is visible leaning out of the open rear ramp of the tanker, monitoring the refueling hose connected to the nearest Osprey. A second Osprey is visible in the background awaiting its turn.
    A military tiltrotor aircraft, identified as a V-22 Osprey marked '05', is captured in flight conducting aerial refueling operations. A drogue refueling hose extends from the front of the aircraft, indicating it is either a tanker variant (KC-130 role) or receiving fuel. A second V-22 Osprey is visible in the background, suggesting a formation or sequential refueling operation.
    Two military tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as MV-22 Ospreys, are captured in flight conducting aerial refueling operations. The foreground aircraft has an extended refueling probe connected to a drogue (basket) on a hose, while a second Osprey is visible in the background. The rotors of the foreground aircraft are motion-blurred, indicating active flight.
    The image shows two military tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as MV-22 Osprey variants, conducting an aerial refueling operation in flight. The foreground aircraft has its refueling probe extended and connected to a drogue (basket) attached to a fuel hose. A second Osprey is visible in the background, awaiting its turn or observing the operation.
    A military tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as a Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey, is photographed head-on in flight against an overcast sky. The aircraft's two large proprotor blades are visibly spinning, shown with motion blur indicating active flight. The image captures the distinctive wide-wingspan, twin-nacelle configuration characteristic of the V-22 platform.
    A U.S. military C-130 Hercules turboprop transport aircraft is photographed in flight over a coastal body of water. The aircraft bears the tail code 'BH 6380' and nose number '380', indicating U.S. Navy or Marine Corps markings. A coastal city or port facility is visible in the background.
    A U.S. military C-130 Hercules transport aircraft, marked with tail code 'BH 6380' and nose number '380', is photographed in flight from an aerial perspective. The aircraft is flying over arid, mountainous terrain with visible ground installations and military equipment below. The image appears to be a professional air-to-air photograph taken in clear daylight conditions.
    The image shows military personnel, likely U.S. Marines, engaged in what appears to be a flight deck or airfield operation. A central figure wearing a white vest marked 'MEU CO' and a flight helmet with ear protection is being briefed or assisted by another service member in desert camouflage (MARPAT) with tactical gear. A third personnel member wearing an orange helmet and goggles is visible in the background.
    Multiple MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft are lined up on the flight deck of a naval vessel with rotors spinning, indicating active operations. Deck crew members in colored safety vests are visible managing the aircraft. The scene depicts a military flight deck operation, likely aboard a U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship.
    A military pilot is seated in the cockpit of an aircraft, wearing a flight helmet with communications equipment and a tan flight suit. Through the cockpit windscreen, two other military aircraft are visible in formation flight against a clear sky. The cockpit displays multiple digital multi-function displays (MFDs) and analog controls consistent with a modern military rotary-wing or tiltrotor aircraft.
    The image shows an aerial refueling operation between two military aircraft in flight against a hazy sky. A KC-130 tanker aircraft (tail number 738) is transferring fuel via a hose-and-drogue system to a V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft. Both aircraft appear to be U.S. Marine Corps assets based on visible markings.
    A military helicopter pilot in full flight gear is conducting an aerial refueling operation, with a large tanker aircraft (likely a C-130 Hercules) visible through the cockpit windscreen directly ahead. A refueling probe/drogue line is visible extending between the two aircraft. The cockpit displays multiple illuminated avionics screens with green navigation data.
    The image shows the interior cockpit view of a military aircraft during an aerial refueling operation. A pilot wearing a flight helmet is visible on the right side, with a refueling drogue basket and hose visible through the windscreen connected to a tanker aircraft above. The cockpit displays numerous avionics instruments, navigation screens, and control panels.
    A military pilot is seated in the cockpit of an aircraft, viewed from behind, observing another military tiltrotor aircraft (consistent with a V-22 Osprey) flying in formation ahead. The cockpit interior shows multiple illuminated instrument panels and displays. The exterior aircraft is visible through the windscreen against a clear blue sky.
    A U.S. Marines AV-8B Harrier II jet aircraft is photographed in flight against a clear blue sky. The aircraft is captured in a banked position, showing its top and side profile with visible ordnance and external stores. The word 'MARINES' is clearly stenciled on the wing.
    Two U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier II jump jets are flying in formation against a pale blue sky. The lead aircraft, numbered '51', bears 'MARINES' markings on the tail with the letter codes 'EM' and what appears to be a VMA squadron designation. Both aircraft are carrying external ordnance/stores on their wing pylons.
    A fisheye lens aerial photograph taken from inside or below a large aircraft, showing its wing and tail structure in the upper portion of the frame. Two other aircraft are visible in the distance — one appears to be a tiltrotor aircraft (likely a V-22 Osprey) on the right, and a smaller fixed-wing aircraft on the left. The image captures a formation flight over what appears to be a hazy, overcast sky with limited ground visibility.
    Three military aircraft are flying in formation against an overcast gray sky. The formation consists of one tiltrotor aircraft in the upper left and two fixed-wing jet aircraft flying below and to the right. The image appears to be taken from another aircraft or elevated vantage point.
    A military jet aircraft is photographed head-on in flight against a clear blue sky. The aircraft appears to be a Harrier jump jet, identifiable by its distinctive nose, wing configuration, and vectored thrust nozzles visible beneath the fuselage. The image captures the aircraft in level flight with external stores mounted on underwing pylons.
    Two military jet aircraft are flying in close formation against a clear blue sky. Both aircraft appear to be AV-8B Harrier II jump jets, identifiable by their distinctive nose shape, twin outrigger landing gear pods, and vectored-thrust engine nozzles. The aircraft are photographed head-on at close range, showing their full wingspan and underwing stores.
    Two military jet aircraft are flying in formation against a clear, pale blue sky. Both aircraft appear to be AV-8B Harrier II jump jets, identifiable by their distinctive nose shape, single-engine configuration, and characteristic wing design. The aircraft are photographed from a slightly lower angle, showing their undersides with visible hardpoints and external stores.
    The image shows a military tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as a Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey, captured in flight against an overcast white sky. The aircraft is photographed from below at an angle, with both proprotors spinning and visibly motion-blurred. Markings suggest it belongs to the United States Marine Corps.
    A military tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as a Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey, is captured in forward flight against a clear blue sky. The aircraft displays markings consistent with the United States Marine Corps, with the number '13' on the fuselage and tail number '6738' visible. Both proprotors are in the horizontal (airplane mode) position, indicating the aircraft is in fixed-wing forward flight.
    An aerial photograph taken from inside or alongside an aircraft showing three military aircraft flying in a loose formation over a large body of water. The closest aircraft, visible in the foreground, appears to be a tiltrotor aircraft consistent with a V-22 Osprey design, with two smaller aircraft visible at increasing distances behind it. The image is taken at a steep downward angle, with sunlight reflecting off the water surface below.
    The image shows a formation of military aircraft in flight against a hazy blue-gray sky. A tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as a Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey, flies in close formation with two fixed-wing jet aircraft, likely AV-8B Harriers or similar military jets. The jet aircraft are producing prominent white condensation or exhaust trails that streak diagonally across the frame.

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