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    Kearsarge Conducts Well Deck Operations With 26 MEU [Image 5 of 12]

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    A military briefing is taking place inside what appears to be a naval vessel's well deck or vehicle bay. One service member, facing away from the camera, addresses a group of approximately 7-8 personnel in combat gear. A large armored military vehicle, likely an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) or similar tracked vehicle, is visible in the background.

    ATLANTIC OCEAN, UNITED STATES

    06.16.2026

    Photo by Seaman Jack Stann 

    USS Kearsarge (LHD 3)

    260616-N-SX503-1065 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 16, 2026) U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Azael Gamez-Ramirez, left, assigned to 2d Assault Amphibian Battalion, 2d Marine Division, briefs Marines in the well deck of Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), June 16, 2026. Kearsarge is conducting Type Commander’s Amphibious Training (TCAT), a military exercise designed to enhance mobility and integration between the U.S. Marine Corps and U.S. Navy. The amphibious force is an integrated powerhouse providing sea, land, and air operations, giving geographic combatant commanders a more flexible, and agile force for aggregated or dis-aggregated operations across the globe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jack Stann)

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    Date Taken: 06.16.2026
    Date Posted: 06.18.2026 13:28
    Photo ID: 9759147
    VIRIN: 260616-N-SX503-1065
    Resolution: 4864x3243
    Size: 2.05 MB
    Location: ATLANTIC OCEAN, US
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    A military service member wearing a combat helmet and camouflage uniform is positioned inside or atop a military vehicle, appearing to be in a low-light or indoor environment. The soldier is looking upward with one hand raised near their head, possibly adjusting communications equipment or a headset. A small illuminated display screen is visible on the vehicle in front of them.
    The image shows the well deck of a naval amphibious assault ship loaded with multiple armored military vehicles, likely Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAVs) or similar tracked/wheeled armored personnel carriers. Numerous military personnel in tan/desert camouflage uniforms are visible on and around the vehicles. The scene appears to depict a staging or loading operation within the ship's flooded well deck.
    The image shows the interior well deck or vehicle storage bay of a naval amphibious assault ship, packed with military ground vehicles arranged in rows. Multiple personnel in military uniforms are visible resting or working on and around the vehicles. The scene suggests pre-deployment staging or transit operations aboard a large amphibious warship.
    The image shows the interior of a large military transport vessel or aircraft cargo hold, viewed from an elevated angle. Military personnel in combat gear are positioned around a tracked armored vehicle, appearing to secure or inspect it. Additional military vehicles are visible in the background on the right side of the frame.
    A military briefing is taking place inside what appears to be a naval vessel's well deck or vehicle bay. One service member, facing away from the camera, addresses a group of approximately 7-8 personnel in combat gear. A large armored military vehicle, likely an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) or similar tracked vehicle, is visible in the background.
    A U.S. Navy military helicopter, identified by the number '16' on its fuselage, is shown on the flight deck of a naval vessel with its rotors spinning. The aircraft appears to be an MH-60 Seahawk variant, with crew members visible through the cockpit and open side door. The scene takes place at sea under overcast conditions.
    A U.S. Marines MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft is captured in flight with its rotors in the vertical/helicopter mode configuration. The aircraft bears the number '51' and 'MARINES' markings on its fuselage, along with a colorful nose art or unit insignia on the left nacelle. The landing gear is deployed, suggesting the aircraft is in a landing or low-speed flight phase.
    A U.S. Marines MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft (VMM-261) is parked on the flight deck of a naval vessel, identifiable by its distinctive orange and yellow camouflage tail art featuring a charging bull. Several deck crew members in blue and yellow jerseys are performing ground operations around the aircraft. The scene appears to take place at sea under overcast skies.
    A military helicopter, identifiable by the number '68' on its fuselage, is captured in flight against an overcast sky. The aircraft appears to be a UH-1Y Venom or similar utility helicopter in a gray military paint scheme. Motion blur on the rotor blades indicates active flight, and at least one crew member is visible through the open side door.
    A U.S. Marines attack helicopter is captured in flight against an overcast sky. The aircraft bears the number '92' and 'MARINES' markings on its fuselage, and is equipped with visible weapons systems. The main rotor blades are motion-blurred, indicating active flight.
    A U.S. Marines AH-1Z Viper attack helicopter (tail number 92) is hovering or taking off from the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. Two flight deck crew members in colored jerseys and helmets are observing or directing the aircraft. The rotor blades are visibly motion-blurred, indicating active rotation at high speed.
    A U.S. Marines AH-1Z Viper attack helicopter, bureau number 92, is photographed on the flight deck of a naval vessel with rotors spinning, indicating it is preparing for takeoff or has just landed. The aircraft is armed with visible ordnance including what appears to be a rocket pod and gun systems. The setting is an overcast maritime environment aboard what appears to be an amphibious assault ship.

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