(e.g. yourname@email.com)

Forgot Password?

    Digital Visual Information Distribution System Logo

    MCAS Cherry Point Commanding Officer Final Flight [Image 7 of 9]

    Issued by: on
    VIRIN:
    Date Created:
    City:
    State:
    Country:
    A water cannon salute ceremony is taking place on an airport tarmac, with multiple fire trucks directing arching water streams over a military aircraft. This type of ceremonial water arch is typically performed to honor a significant occasion such as a retirement flight, inaugural route, or dignitary arrival. At least two fire trucks are actively spraying water while additional support vehicles are positioned nearby.

    MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    08.02.2022

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Gavilanes 

    Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point

    A UC-35D Citation Encore, piloted by U.S. Marine Corps Col. Mikel Huber, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point commanding officer, and Lt. Col. Patrick Lindstrom, MCAS Cherry Point Inspector General, is hosed down in celebration of Huber’s last flight at MCAS Cherry Point, Aug. 2, 2022. Col. Huber flew the aircraft one final time as commanding officer, just three days ahead of relinquishing command of the air station, the ceremony wherein he will retire from active duty after 29 years of service. (U.S Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

    IMAGE INFO

    Date Taken: 08.02.2022
    Date Posted: 08.04.2022 12:09
    Photo ID: 7352992
    VIRIN: 220802-M-KP777-2114
    Resolution: 4224x2651
    Size: 4.19 MB
    Location: MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, NORTH CAROLINA, US
    Web Views: 53
    Downloads: 5

    PUBLIC DOMAIN  

    This work, MCAS Cherry Point Commanding Officer Final Flight [Image 9 of 9], by LCpl Lauralle Gavilanes, identified by DVIDS, must comply with the restrictions shown on https://www.dvidshub.net/about/copyright.

    GALLERY

    A person wearing an olive green flight suit stands with their back to the camera, facing the open door of a military aircraft. The aircraft bears a prominent U.S. Marine Corps emblem on its fuselage, and partial text reading 'UNIT' is visible near the top. The scene appears to be on a flight line or tarmac.
    Close-up photograph of the forward fuselage and cockpit section of a gray business/regional jet aircraft on the ground. The image shows the cockpit windscreen with riveted framing, an emergency exit door outline, and fuselage details. A pilot or crew member appears to be visible through the cockpit glass.
    A white twin-engine jet aircraft is taxiing on a runway while receiving a traditional water cannon salute from two military fire trucks positioned on either side. The water arches over the aircraft in a ceremonial display, likely marking a retirement flight, final sortie, or special arrival/departure. The scene takes place at what appears to be a military airfield, evidenced by the olive-drab fire trucks bearing unit numbers.
    A U.S. Marines officer in olive green flight suit is disembarking from a United States Marines aircraft, stepping down the airstair with a smile. The aircraft appears to be a small executive/transport jet with 'United States Marines' markings visible on the fuselage. An air traffic control tower is visible in the background, indicating a military or joint-use airfield.
    A U.S. Marines military officer in an olive green flight suit walks across an airfield tarmac alongside three civilians, likely family members. They are departing from a United States Marines aircraft visible in the background. The group appears to be in good spirits, smiling and carrying personal items.
    A small military jet aircraft, painted in light blue/gray livery with U.S. military markings, is taxiing on an airport tarmac. The aircraft appears to be a Cessna Citation (likely a UC-35 or similar variant) based on its silhouette and configuration. The setting shows a well-maintained airfield with green grass infields and concrete taxiway surfaces.
    A water cannon salute ceremony is taking place on an airport tarmac, with multiple fire trucks directing arching water streams over a military aircraft. This type of ceremonial water arch is typically performed to honor a significant occasion such as a retirement flight, inaugural route, or dignitary arrival. At least two fire trucks are actively spraying water while additional support vehicles are positioned nearby.
    A group of military personnel in olive green flight suits are gathered on an airfield tarmac, interacting with two civilians — a teenage boy and an adult woman. The setting appears to be a military air base, identifiable by the distinctive hardened aircraft shelters (HAS) visible in the background. The scene suggests an informal visit, tour, or family day event at the base.
    Two individuals in olive green military flight suits are shaking hands on an airport tarmac in front of a United States Marines aircraft. Both appear to be officers, identifiable by rank insignia and patches on their uniforms. The setting suggests an official greeting or farewell ceremony at a military airfield.

    MORE LIKE THIS

    ASSOCIATED NEWS

    MCAS Cherry Point Commanding Officer Final Flight

    CONTROLLED VOCABULARY KEYWORDS

    No keywords found.

    TAGS

    Final Flight
    MCAS Cherry Point
    Marines
    USMC

    OPTIONS

  •   Register/Login to Download
  •   Validate Your Account to Download
  •   Connect My Placements
  •   Download Photo
  •   Download Gallery
  •   Add to My Albums
  •   Create TinyURL
  •   Connect to Placements
  •   Add to Playlist
  •   Distribute Photo
  •   Edit Photo
  •   Add Gallery to Playlist
  •   Distribute Gallery