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    A helicopter rescue or medevac operation is underway, with a person strapped to a rescue litter/stretcher being loaded or unloaded from a military or coast guard helicopter. A crew member wearing a flight helmet labeled 'SHINER' is assisting with the operation, managing hoist cables and securing the patient. The scene appears to be a training exercise or actual rescue operation conducted on a ship or elevated platform.

    UNITED STATES

    07.04.2021

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Dean Cates 

    Carrier Strike Group Two (CSG-2)

    210704-N-RG587-1030 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 4, 2021) Naval Aircrewman (Tactical Helicopter) 2nd Class Kyle Shiner, from Gainesville, Virginia, right, hoists Lt. Matthew Smutny, from Miami into an MH-60R Sea Hawk, attached to the "Swamp Foxes" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 74, aboard guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72), during operations in the Mediterranean Sea, July 4. Vella Gulf is operating with the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group on a routine deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national interests and security in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dean M. Cates)

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    Date Taken: 07.04.2021
    Date Posted: 07.10.2021 17:40
    Photo ID: 6727817
    VIRIN: 210704-N-RG587-1030
    Resolution: 4928x3280
    Size: 874.44 KB
    Location: US
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    Downloads: 18

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    The image shows two naval vessels underway on open blue ocean under a clear sky. A larger vessel, consistent with an aircraft carrier, is visible in the distant left background, while a smaller warship — likely a frigate or destroyer — is more prominently positioned in the right foreground. The scene appears to depict a naval formation or escort operation.
    A large grey naval warship is underway at sea, displaying hull numbers on both bow and stern sections. The vessel appears to be a modern destroyer or frigate with sophisticated radar and weapons systems visible on its superstructure. The ship is creating a visible wake as it moves through calm, deep blue open ocean waters.
    A large US Navy aircraft carrier is underway on open blue ocean under clear skies. The carrier is viewed from a slight angle showing its port side and bow, with aircraft visible on the flight deck and the island superstructure prominently rising on the starboard side. A white wake is visible behind the vessel indicating forward movement at speed.
    A military service member in olive/tan uniform is kneeling on the flight deck of a naval vessel, handling a red rescue/medical litter (stretcher) with restraint straps. A U.S. Navy helicopter is visible in the background, chained to the deck. The setting appears to be an aircraft carrier or amphibious assault ship flight deck at sea.
    A military or naval personnel member in a brown t-shirt and sunglasses is crouching down to inspect or adjust a red Stokes litter (rescue stretcher) with a metal frame on what appears to be a ship's deck or flight deck. Two other individuals in olive/flight suits are standing nearby. The setting suggests a medical evacuation or search-and-rescue equipment check.
    Military personnel are conducting what appears to be a medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) training exercise on what looks like a ship deck or aircraft ramp. One service member in a tan t-shirt is securing restraint straps on a person lying on a litter/stretcher, who is wearing a flight helmet and sunglasses. Additional personnel in flight suits are visible in the background observing or assisting.
    A helicopter rescue or medevac operation is underway, with a person strapped to a rescue litter/stretcher being loaded or unloaded from a military or coast guard helicopter. A crew member wearing a flight helmet labeled 'SHINER' is assisting with the operation, managing hoist cables and securing the patient. The scene appears to be a training exercise or actual rescue operation conducted on a ship or elevated platform.
    A military or coast guard crew member wearing a flight helmet and brown t-shirt is inside a helicopter, assisting with loading a patient on a red Stokes litter/stretcher through the side door. The scene appears to be a medevac or search-and-rescue operation, with the individual kneeling inside the aircraft cabin to receive the casualty. Equipment including straps, harnesses, and rescue gear are visible throughout the frame.
    A large aircraft carrier is photographed at sea from a distance, showing its full profile against a clear blue sky. The vessel appears to be underway or stationary in open ocean, with aircraft visible on the flight deck. The image was taken from another vessel or low vantage point at sea level.
    Two naval personnel wearing yellow flight deck vests and helmets with communication headsets stand on a ship's flight deck observing a helicopter performing a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation. The helicopter, visible in the upper left, is airborne and carrying a sling-loaded cargo net beneath it. The scene takes place over open ocean under clear blue skies.
    A military helicopter, appearing to be a U.S. Navy MH-60R Seahawk, is conducting a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation over open ocean. The helicopter is carrying a cargo net loaded with supplies suspended beneath it on a hoist line. A naval vessel is partially visible in the lower right corner of the frame.
    Two naval personnel are standing on the deck of a military vessel at sea, with one individual giving hand signals while wearing a yellow safety vest, helmet with communications headset, and gloves. The scene appears to depict flight deck or deck operations, likely directing aircraft or equipment. The ocean is visible in the background under clear blue skies.
    A naval warship is underway at sea during twilight or early morning hours, with a mountainous landmass visible on the distant horizon. The photograph is taken from an elevated position on the ship looking forward over the bow. The sea conditions appear moderate with light chop and whitecaps visible across the water surface.
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    A large aircraft carrier is visible on the horizon, photographed from the deck of another naval vessel at sea. The image is taken during overcast, diffuse lighting conditions, giving the scene a dramatic silhouetted appearance. The foreground shows deck equipment of the observing vessel, while the carrier dominates the mid-distance.
    A large aircraft carrier is visible in silhouette on the open ocean, photographed from the deck of another vessel at dusk or dawn. The image captures a dramatic atmospheric scene with diffused light breaking through overcast clouds on the horizon. A smaller vessel is also faintly visible to the left of the carrier in the distance.
    A large naval vessel is photographed from its port side deck, showing its superstructure and hull cutting through open ocean waters. In the middle distance, a second large warship — appearing to be an aircraft carrier — is visible on the horizon. A prominent landmass or rocky promontory is visible in the background, possibly suggesting a strait or coastal passage.

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