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    Helicopter Support Team [Image 6 of 11]

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    A military helicopter, identified as a CH-53E Super Stallion, is performing a sling load operation on the flight deck of a naval vessel, lifting what appears to be cargo or equipment suspended by cables. A second CH-53E helicopter sits on the deck with its rotor blades folded for storage. Deck crew members in colored jerseys are visible directing and observing the operation.

    USS SAN ANTONIO (LPD 17), AT SEA

    04.12.2013

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Juanenrique Owings 

    26th Marine Expeditionary Unit     

    An CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 266 (Reinforced), 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit prepares to drop two 500 gallon water drums on the flight deck of the USS San Antonio (LPD 17) during a helicopter support team training exercise March 12, 2013. The MEU is currently deployed as part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group to the 5th Fleet area of operation. The MEU operates continuously across the globe, providing the president and unified combatant commanders with a forward-deployed, sea-based quick reaction force. The MEU is a Marine Air-Ground Task Force capable of conducting amphibious operations, crisis response, and limited contingency operations. (U.S. Marine Corps motion media by Lance Cpl. Juanenrique Owings/Released)

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    Date Taken: 04.12.2013
    Date Posted: 04.17.2013 17:30
    Photo ID: 908846
    VIRIN: 130412-M-HF949-001
    Resolution: 1920x1080
    Size: 467.42 KB
    Location: USS SAN ANTONIO (LPD 17), AT SEA

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