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    LCF-24: MV-22B Osprey DLQ aboard Fort Lauderdale [Image 2 of 12]

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    A military tiltrotor aircraft, identified as aircraft number '04' and consistent with a V-22 Osprey, is parked on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. Ground crew personnel in flight deck gear are conducting what appears to be a refueling operation, with a large fuel hose connected to the aircraft. The overcast sky and visible ocean horizon confirm an at-sea operational environment.

    CARIBBEAN SEA

    06.09.2026

    Photo by Sgt. Daniel Childs 

    24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

    A U.S. Sailor with San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28), refuels a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), Littoral Combat Force-24, during deck landing qualifications while underway in the Caribbean Sea, June 9, 2026. U.S. military forces are deployed to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in support of Operation SOUTHERN SPEAR, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland through continuous presence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

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    Date Taken: 06.09.2026
    Date Posted: 06.26.2026 13:16
    Photo ID: 9773262
    VIRIN: 260609-M-TH104-1032
    Resolution: 2667x4000
    Size: 2.06 MB
    Location: CARIBBEAN SEA
    Web Views: 21
    Downloads: 2

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    A Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft is positioned on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea, with its rotors spinning. A deck crew member wearing a purple jersey is visible near the nose of the aircraft, performing ground handling duties. The aircraft appears to be secured with tie-down chains on a gray non-skid flight deck surface.
    A military tiltrotor aircraft, identified as aircraft number '04' and consistent with a V-22 Osprey, is parked on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. Ground crew personnel in flight deck gear are conducting what appears to be a refueling operation, with a large fuel hose connected to the aircraft. The overcast sky and visible ocean horizon confirm an at-sea operational environment.
    A military tiltrotor aircraft, identified as an MV-22 Osprey with the number '04' visible on its fuselage, is parked on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. Ground crew members in blue and red jerseys are working around the aircraft, securing it with chains. The image is taken from a front-facing perspective, providing a clear view of the cockpit, nose sensors, and wing-mounted engine nacelles.
    Three naval aviation deck crew members are carrying wheel chocks and tie-down chains away from a C-2 Greyhound carrier onboard delivery (COD) aircraft numbered '04' on an aircraft carrier flight deck. The personnel are wearing standard flight deck safety gear including helmets, goggles, and color-coded jerseys indicating their roles. The scene depicts routine aircraft handling operations at sea under overcast skies.
    A military tiltrotor aircraft, identified as an MV-22 Osprey (bureau number 04), is captured in the process of landing or hovering just above the flight deck of a naval vessel. The rotors are in helicopter mode (tilted upward), with visible motion blur indicating active rotation. The scene takes place over open water under an overcast sky.
    A military tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as a Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey, is captured in flight with its rotors in a near-vertical helicopter mode configuration. The aircraft bears the number '04' on its fuselage and displays a gray military paint scheme consistent with U.S. Marine Corps markings. The image is taken from a low angle against an overcast sky, emphasizing the aircraft's imposing size and mechanical complexity.
    A naval aviation handler or flight deck director stands at the center of a ship's flight deck or helicopter landing pad, facing away from the camera with both arms raised to head level in a signaling gesture. The individual is wearing standard yellow jersey gear indicative of aircraft handling personnel, along with protective equipment. The low-angle perspective along a white centerline stripe creates a strong compositional focal point leading to the figure against an open sky.
    A military tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as a Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey, is photographed head-on in flight against an overcast sky. The aircraft bears the number '03' on its fuselage and displays the characteristic twin rotors in near-horizontal position, indicating fixed-wing flight mode. The image captures fine detail of the nose, cockpit, landing gear, and spinning rotor blades.
    A military helicopter cockpit is shown close-up with at least one crew member visible wearing a flight helmet and oxygen mask. The aircraft fuselage is painted light gray and features stenciled maintenance markings including 'CARTRIDGE ACTUATED DEVICES' and 'PITOT/STATIC PORT'. The image was taken from ground level under an overcast sky.
    Two naval personnel wearing yellow flight deck jerseys, protective helmets, goggles, and gloves are standing on what appears to be a ship's flight deck over open ocean. One individual has both arms raised, performing hand signals consistent with aircraft handling or flight deck operations. Their gear and color-coded jerseys identify them as aviation boatswain's mates or aircraft directors.
    A military tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as a Bell Boeing V-22 Osprey, is photographed from below against an overcast sky. The aircraft is in flight with both proprotors spinning, captured from a low-angle upward perspective showing the underside of the fuselage and wings. The image conveys dynamic motion through rotor blur and the dramatic viewing angle.
    A military naval vessel's flight deck is shown with four helicopters parked in two rows on either side of the deck. A V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft is hovering or approaching to land above the flight deck. The scene takes place at sea under a partly cloudy sky.

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