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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Michael Chernik, an aircrew chief with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 465, Marine Aircraft Group 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, observes from the single point rappel hatch on a CH-53E Super Stallion during an external lift exercise with Airmen from 821st Contingency Response Group in support of a Deployment for Training at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Feb. 4, 2026. The Airmen and Marines worked together to enhance interoperability and refine joint heavy external lift capabilities. The DFT enables Marines to enhance combat readiness through aviation movement rehearsals, training, and sustainment, ensuring forces remain prepared to deploy and operate in support of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Joealfred Damaso)
| Date Taken: | 02.04.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 02.09.2026 13:10 |
| Photo ID: | 9511018 |
| VIRIN: | 260204-M-MD139-1353 |
| Resolution: | 5760x3840 |
| Size: | 2.85 MB |
| Location: | YUMA, ARIZONA, US |
| Web Views: | 1 |
| Downloads: | 1 |
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