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    Thunderbirds Prepare for Takeoff in Portland [Image 2 of 7]

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    A U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds crew member, identified by name tag as 'Laxamana,' is crouching beneath an aircraft wing performing a pre-flight or maintenance inspection. He is wearing the distinctive dark blue Thunderbirds uniform with a number '6' position patch and the Thunderbirds squadron patch. He is equipped with a headset and aviator sunglasses, holding what appears to be a communication cable.

    OREGON, UNITED STATES

    07.31.2021

    Photo by Tech. Sgt. Nicolas Myers 

    Air Force Thunderbirds

    The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" prepare for takeoff July 31, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. The team took off from Portland to perform over the Oregon International Airshow. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Nicolas A. Myers)

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    Date Taken: 07.31.2021
    Date Posted: 08.16.2021 18:21
    Photo ID: 6785554
    VIRIN: 210731-F-AF248-002
    Resolution: 2970x3712
    Size: 583.99 KB
    Location: OREGON, US
    Web Views: 24
    Downloads: 3

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    A military pilot is seated in the cockpit of an aircraft, wearing a distinctive red flight helmet with blue stars and the call sign 'Gumbo' and number '6' painted on it. The aircraft fuselage displays the text 'Oliver' and 'Solo', suggesting this is a demonstration or aerobatic team pilot. The image is captured through a narrow gap, likely between spectators or equipment, creating a framed bokeh effect.
    A U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds crew member, identified by name tag as 'Laxamana,' is crouching beneath an aircraft wing performing a pre-flight or maintenance inspection. He is wearing the distinctive dark blue Thunderbirds uniform with a number '6' position patch and the Thunderbirds squadron patch. He is equipped with a headset and aviator sunglasses, holding what appears to be a communication cable.
    Several military personnel in matching dark navy uniforms are standing on an airfield tarmac, wearing communication headsets and holding corded equipment. The foreground subject, a female service member, displays Staff Sergeant rank insignia on her sleeve and is wearing sunglasses while monitoring activity off-frame. Orange safety cones or barriers are visible in the background, suggesting an active flight line or airshow environment.
    A U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds ground crew member is giving a thumbs-up signal to the pilot of an F-16 Fighting Falcon on a tarmac. The aircraft displays the distinctive Thunderbirds red, white, and silver livery, viewed head-on. A second crew member is visible crouching near the landing gear, also giving a thumbs-up during what appears to be a pre-flight or taxi clearance check.
    A U.S. Air Force Technical Sergeant is performing a pre-flight or post-flight inspection beneath the nose section of a Thunderbirds F-16 Fighting Falcon on a tarmac. The technician is kneeling and closely examining the nose landing gear assembly. The aircraft displays the distinctive red and white Thunderbirds paint scheme.
    A military aircraft maintainer in dark blue uniform is kneeling beneath a jet aircraft, placing red wheel chocks in front of the main landing gear tire. The aircraft is dark navy/black in color with a highly polished finish, consistent with a demonstration or aerobatic team aircraft. The scene takes place on a concrete flight line or ramp area.
    A group of military personnel in dark navy blue uniforms are standing on an airport tarmac near a large aircraft. Several individuals are wearing hearing protection and making hand gestures, suggesting they are involved in aircraft ground operations or a ceremonial/demonstration event. A civilian in a blue shirt is visible among the uniformed personnel.

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