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    Air National Guard C-130, MAFFS 6 out of Channel Islands, Calif. launches from McClellan Air Tanker Base, Sacramento, Calif. [Image 24 of 30]

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    A U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft operated by the California Air National Guard is captured during takeoff or low-altitude flight over a dry, arid airfield. The aircraft bears the number '6' in large orange markings and serial number 61467, indicating it is configured as an aerial firefighting tanker (MAFFS - Modular Airborne FireFighting System). The surrounding terrain features dry golden grass and industrial structures consistent with a California air base.

    SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    07.14.2021

    Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Paula Macomber 

    152nd Airlift Wing

    Air National Guard C-130, MAFFS 6 out of Channel Islands, Calif. launches July 14, 2021, from McClellan Air Tanker Base, Sacramento, Calif. The USDA Forest Service activated the MAFFS-equipped Air Force C-130 aircraft through a DoD request for assistance and the aircraft have been operating out of McClellan since June 26th. The Air Force MAFFS teams are managed by First Air Force (Air Forces Northern)’s 153rd Air Expeditionary Group.

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    Date Taken: 07.14.2021
    Date Posted: 07.14.2021 21:26
    Photo ID: 6733079
    VIRIN: 210714-Z-WU657-1047
    Resolution: 6400x4267
    Size: 1.16 MB
    Location: SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA, US
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    The image shows a California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) operations scene at an airfield. A U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft, marked with the number '9' and orange firefighting livery, is visible on the tarmac in the background. The foreground features a tan/beige equipment container or vehicle door bearing the official CDF (California Department of Forestry) shield emblem.
    A U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules transport aircraft belonging to the Nevada Air National Guard is parked on a tarmac. The aircraft bears the unit nickname 'High Rollers,' tail number 20554, and is marked with the number '9' in orange on both the tail and fuselage. A ground crew member in a high-visibility orange vest is standing in front of the aircraft, appearing to direct or signal the crew.
    The image shows a military/firefighting air tanker base with at least two C-130 Hercules aircraft on the tarmac, one taxiing toward the camera and another in the background. A ground crew member in an orange safety vest is directing aircraft operations. In the foreground, a 'PIT 3' sign is visible alongside red retardant loading hoses and equipment, indicating this is an aerial firefighting base.
    A ground crew member wearing an orange safety vest stands on a tarmac directly in front of a large military turboprop aircraft, likely a C-130J Super Hercules, with all four engines running. The scene appears to take place at a military air base or maintenance facility, with a large hangar visible in the background. The aircraft is facing forward with propellers spinning, suggesting it is being marshaled or guided on the flight line.
    A ground crew worker at what appears to be an airport or aviation facility is seen from behind, using hand signals to direct aircraft or equipment. The worker is wearing standard aviation ground crew safety gear including an orange high-visibility vest and noise-canceling headset with a two-way radio. Both arms are raised and extended in different directions, indicating active marshaling or signaling activity.
    A U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules transport aircraft, marked with a large red number '8' and labeled 'Nevada Air Guard,' is parked on a tarmac in front of a large military hangar. The aircraft appears to be configured for aerial firefighting operations, indicated by the retardant drop system markings. Two personnel are visible near the aircraft on the flight line.
    A Nevada Air National Guard aircraft, likely a C-130 Hercules or similar military transport, is shown on the ground with personnel conducting operations. A civilian contractor wearing a 'Phos-Chek FIRE' shirt and headset is standing near the open crew door, communicating with military crew members inside. The scene suggests a firefighting support or aerial retardant mission coordination between the Nevada Air Guard and civilian fire retardant specialists.
    A U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft assigned to the Nevada Air National Guard (152nd Airlift Wing) is parked on a tarmac, configured as an aerial firefighting tanker. The aircraft bears the number '8' in orange on both the fuselage and tail, along with 'High Rollers' and 'ANG' markings. Ground crew personnel are visible working around the aircraft near what appears to be a retardant loading pit.
    A U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft assigned to the Nevada Air National Guard's 152nd Airlift Wing is shown on a tarmac, configured as an aerial firefighting tanker. The aircraft bears the large orange number '9' on its fuselage and tail, and is equipped with a Modular Airborne FireFighting System (MAFFS) unit visible on its side. The tail markings include 'ANG,' 'High Rollers' unit designation, and serial number 20554.
    A Nevada Air National Guard C-130 Hercules aircraft (tail number 20547) marked with the 'High Rollers' nickname and number '8' in orange is parked on a tarmac. The aircraft appears to be configured for aerial firefighting operations, with hoses and equipment visible on the ground connected to the aircraft's cargo bay. Ground crew members are actively working around the open rear cargo ramp area.
    Military and civilian personnel are working on the open rear cargo ramp of a large military transport aircraft, likely a C-130 Hercules. Two individuals in military camouflage uniforms and one in civilian attire are inspecting or maintaining equipment inside the aircraft's cargo bay, while two civilians in red shirts stand outside near the aircraft's propeller. The scene appears to be a maintenance or inspection operation on a flight line or tarmac.
    A Nevada Air National Guard aircraft, likely a C-130 Hercules transport plane, is being serviced or inspected on a tarmac. A female service member in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with hearing protection stands observing, while two civilians in casual clothing work near the open cargo door. The 'NEVADA AIR GUARD' marking is prominently displayed on the fuselage.
    Two civilian ground crew members in red shirts and hearing protection are handling a large fuel hose or coupling near the open door of a military aircraft. A uniformed military personnel in MultiCam/OCP camouflage is visible inside the aircraft. The scene appears to depict a refueling or ground servicing operation on a flight line.
    A civilian technician in a red shirt and hearing protection is connecting or disconnecting a fuel hose to a military aircraft, likely during a refueling operation. A soldier in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is visible inside the aircraft. The scene appears to take place on a flight line or tarmac in bright daylight conditions.
    Three workers are servicing a large military or government helicopter on a tarmac. Two individuals wearing matching red shirts and hearing protection are assisting a third person in camouflage pants who is climbing into the aircraft's open side door. A large fuel or fluid hose is connected to the aircraft, and a Home Depot orange bucket is visible on the ground nearby.
    A large military C-130 Hercules transport aircraft marked with the number '9' and 'ANG' (Air National Guard) designation 'High Rollers' is parked on an airport tarmac. A McClellan Jet Services fuel tanker truck is positioned alongside the aircraft, actively servicing it. The scene is set at what appears to be a civilian or joint-use airport with hangars visible in the background.
    Two U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft are parked on a tarmac, both marked with orange numbers and configured as aerial firefighting tankers. The primary aircraft in the foreground bears tail number 20647, unit designation 152 AW (Airlift Wing), and the callsign 'High Rollers' on its tail, indicating it belongs to the Nevada Air National Guard. Ground crew personnel are visible working near the rear cargo ramp of the foreground aircraft.
    A group of CAL FIRE personnel and military members are gathered under a tent canopy at what appears to be an airfield or military base. The meeting or briefing appears to involve both civilian firefighters and uniformed military personnel seated and standing around picnic tables. A turboprop aircraft, likely a C-130 or similar firefighting/military aircraft, is visible in the background on the tarmac.
    A group of military personnel in camouflage uniforms and civilians are gathered under an outdoor covered structure, appearing to attend a briefing or meeting. A yellow CAL FIRE utility cart is visible on the right side, indicating this is likely a wildfire operations base camp. The setting includes portable/modular buildings and a fenced compound consistent with an incident command post.
    Three U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft are parked on a tarmac apron under clear blue skies. The aircraft feature distinctive gray paint schemes with orange accent markings, consistent with aerial firefighting or special operations configurations. The scene appears to be at a military airfield, likely in a warm, dry region based on the terrain and vegetation.
    A group of CAL FIRE personnel and associated firefighting staff are gathered at an outdoor covered patio area, likely at an airfield or fire operations base. Several individuals wearing black 'CAL FIRE' shirts are standing and sitting under a canopy structure, appearing to be in a briefing or rest period. A large aircraft is visible in the background, consistent with an air tanker base setting.
    A U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft belonging to the Nevada Air National Guard is taxiing on a runway. The aircraft is marked with the number '8' in red and bears the 'High Rollers' unit designation on the tail fin. The setting appears to be a dry, arid airfield with golden grass and earthen mounds visible in the background.
    A U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules military transport aircraft is taxiing on a runway apron. The aircraft bears the markings '152 AW' (152nd Airlift Wing) and serial number '0547', with a large red '8' on the fuselage, indicating its role as a firefighting tanker. A crew member is visible waving from the cockpit window.
    A U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft operated by the California Air National Guard is captured during takeoff or low-altitude flight over a dry, arid airfield. The aircraft bears the number '6' in large orange markings and serial number 61467, indicating it is configured as an aerial firefighting tanker (MAFFS - Modular Airborne FireFighting System). The surrounding terrain features dry golden grass and industrial structures consistent with a California air base.
    A U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules transport aircraft, marked with the number '8' in red and bearing 'ANG' (Air National Guard) and 'High Rollers' markings on the tail, is taxiing on a runway. The aircraft appears to be configured as an aerial firefighting tanker, indicated by the red retardant drop system visible beneath the fuselage. The setting appears to be a military or joint-use airfield in a dry, arid environment.
    The image shows a large metal structure in the foreground bearing the letters 'CAL' in red on a gray grid framework with yellow structural supports. Through an opening in the structure, a U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft marked with the number '9' in orange is visible on a tarmac. The setting appears to be an airfield or air tanker base, likely associated with California (CAL FIRE) aerial firefighting operations.
    A U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules transport aircraft is parked on a tarmac, photographed through a yellow metal maintenance structure or stairway frame. The aircraft bears the number '9' in large orange markings on its fuselage, along with unit designation '152 AW' and serial number '0554'. The image is taken from ground level, framing the aircraft through industrial yellow steel supports.
    A CAL FIRE Ford F-250 pickup truck is parked in the foreground at what appears to be an air tanker base. In the background, a C-130 air tanker aircraft marked with the number '9' in orange sits on the tarmac, showing red fire retardant staining on the ground beneath it. The scene depicts California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection aerial firefighting operations.
    Two aerial firefighting tanker aircraft are taxiing on an airfield runway. The foreground shows a large white and orange jet tanker with the website 'WWW.10-TANKER.COM' visible on the fuselage, while a gray C-130 Hercules turboprop tanker marked with the number '9' in orange is visible in the background. The setting appears to be a dry, arid airfield surrounded by brown grass, consistent with a fire-prone region during fire season.
    A military-style C-130 Hercules turboprop aircraft, marked with the number '8' in red on its tail and bearing a US flag, is captured just after takeoff or during a low-altitude pass over an airfield. The aircraft appears to be configured as an aerial firefighting tanker, indicated by red markings consistent with retardant drop systems. The background shows dry, brown grass and several hangar-style buildings typical of a military or civilian air base.

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