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    Japanese V-22 Ospreys arrive at MCAS Futenma for Resolute Dragon 26 [Image 6 of 6]

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    A tiltrotor aircraft, identified as a V-22 Osprey bearing Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force markings (serial number 91716 and a red circle roundel), is on an airfield tarmac with its rotors spinning. Two military personnel in combat gear are positioned near the aircraft, one near the rear ramp and one near the cockpit. The setting appears to be a coastal military airfield under clear blue skies.

    MARINE CORPS AIR STATION FUTENMA, OKINAWA, JAPAN

    06.22.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Ryan Sotodavila 

    1st Marine Aircraft Wing     

    A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft arrives during Resolute Dragon 26 at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, June 22, 2026. Resolute Dragon is an annual bilateral exercise in Japan that strengthens the command, control, and multi-domain maneuver capabilities of U.S. Marines in III Marine Expeditionary Forces and Japan Self-Defense Forces personnel, with a focus on controlling and defending key maritime terrain. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Ryan Sotodavila)

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    Date Taken: 06.22.2026
    Date Posted: 07.06.2026 04:09
    Photo ID: 9785388
    VIRIN: 260622-M-JH235-1100
    Resolution: 2736x1824
    Size: 777.19 KB
    Location: MARINE CORPS AIR STATION FUTENMA, OKINAWA, JP
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    A tiltrotor aircraft, identified as a V-22 Osprey bearing Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force markings and a visible tail number (JG 1711), is captured in low-altitude flight over a military airfield. The airfield features a distinctive red-and-white checkered building marked '670', consistent with facilities seen at bases in Okinawa, Japan. The background reveals a coastal urban landscape and power infrastructure.
    A military technician in camouflage uniform and helmet is performing maintenance on a large turboprop military aircraft. The worker is standing on a ladder and inspecting or servicing the area near one of the aircraft's large propeller engines. Warning markings are clearly visible on the aircraft fuselage.
    A military service member in camouflage uniform is seated inside what appears to be a military aircraft or large helicopter, working on a ruggedized laptop or tablet computer connected by a blue cable. The interior is dimly lit with the cockpit area visible in the background providing backlighting. The cargo area is filled with various military gear, bags, and equipment.
    Two military personnel are standing on what appears to be an airfield tarmac, both looking in the same direction. One individual wears an olive flight suit with patches, aviation goggles on helmet, and a communications headset, while the other wears camouflage fatigues and a standard infantry helmet. The setting appears to be a military air base during daylight hours.
    A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft is shown on a tarmac with its rotors spinning, indicating it is either preparing for takeoff or has just landed. The aircraft bears Japanese military markings including the Rising Sun roundel and kanji text reading '陸上自衛隊' (Japan Ground Self-Defense Force), with the serial number JG-1716 / 91716 visible. The setting appears to be a military airfield, likely in Okinawa, Japan.
    A tiltrotor aircraft, identified as a V-22 Osprey bearing Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force markings (serial number 91716 and a red circle roundel), is on an airfield tarmac with its rotors spinning. Two military personnel in combat gear are positioned near the aircraft, one near the rear ramp and one near the cockpit. The setting appears to be a coastal military airfield under clear blue skies.

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