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    U.S. Marines extract NMESIS from the Batanes Islands during KAMANDAG 10 [Image 5 of 13]

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    A military turboprop transport aircraft, consistent with a C-130 Hercules or similar variant, is photographed in flight against an overcast, grey sky. The aircraft appears to be in level flight, viewed from below and slightly to the side. The image has a muted, monochromatic tone due to the heavy cloud cover.

    ITBAYAT, BATANES ISLANDS, PHILIPPINES

    06.26.2026

    Photo by Sgt. Iyer Ramakrishna 

    3d Marine Division     

    A KC-130J Super Hercules assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 152, Marine Aircraft Group 12, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, prepares to land during maritime key terrain security operations in support of KAMANDAG 10 at Itbayat, Batanes Islands, Philippines, June 26, 2026. KAMANDAG 10 is a multi-domain, joint, and combined exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and United States military focused on enhancing maritime security, interoperability, contested logistics, and combined readiness throughout the Philippine archipelago. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Iyer Ramakrishna)

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    Date Taken: 06.26.2026
    Date Posted: 07.09.2026 21:28
    Photo ID: 9788021
    VIRIN: 260628-M-DT244-1080
    Resolution: 5217x3483
    Size: 802.87 KB
    Location: ITBAYAT, BATANES ISLANDS, PH
    Web Views: 23
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    A group of military personnel in combat uniforms and full tactical gear are staged on a tarmac, preparing to board or awaiting a V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft visible in the background. The soldiers are carrying large rucksacks and equipment, suggesting a deployment, exercise, or airlift operation. The overcast sky and wet tarmac surface indicate recent or ongoing inclement weather conditions.
    A U.S. Marines MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft (bureau number 8322, side number 08) is parked on a tarmac with its rotors spinning. The aircraft bears 'MARINES' markings and squadron code 'YQ', consistent with a Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM). Ground personnel and a military light tactical vehicle are positioned near the rear ramp of the aircraft, suggesting loading or unloading operations.
    A U.S. Marine in full tactical gear is photographed from a low angle against an overcast sky. The subject is wearing modern combat equipment including a ballistic helmet with night vision mount, tactical hearing protection, and a communications headset. A name tape reading 'USMC' is partially visible on the uniform.
    Three military personnel in full combat gear are boarding or preparing to board a U.S. Marines MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable by the 'MARINES' and 'VMM-26x' markings on the fuselage. The soldiers are wearing digital camouflage uniforms, tactical helmets, body armor, and carrying weapons and equipment. The scene appears to take place on a tarmac or airfield under partly cloudy skies.
    A military turboprop transport aircraft, consistent with a C-130 Hercules or similar variant, is photographed in flight against an overcast, grey sky. The aircraft appears to be in level flight, viewed from below and slightly to the side. The image has a muted, monochromatic tone due to the heavy cloud cover.
    A military service member in full combat gear and camouflage uniform operates equipment on an airfield tarmac. In the background, a large military turboprop aircraft — consistent with a C-130 Hercules variant — is visible on the runway. The overcast sky and lush green hills suggest a tropical or subtropical location.
    Military personnel are gathered on a tarmac or airstrip around a small olive-drab tactical utility vehicle, likely during a training exercise or operational deployment. Several individuals in different uniforms and gear are visible, with one person wearing aviation-style hearing protection headsets. The overcast sky and lush green vegetation in the background suggest a tropical or subtropical location.
    Military personnel are loading or unloading a camouflage-covered military vehicle onto or from a large transport aircraft, likely a C-130 Hercules, on a tarmac. Several service members in combat uniforms and flight suits are actively working around the rear cargo ramp of the aircraft. The overcast sky and tropical vegetation in the background suggest a humid, possibly Pacific or Southeast Asian location.
    Military personnel are loading or unloading a camouflage-covered vehicle or equipment onto/from a large military transport aircraft, likely a C-130 Hercules, via its rear ramp. The operation is taking place on a tarmac under overcast, stormy skies. A group of uniformed service members are gathered around the rear of the vehicle, coordinating the loading operation.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are gathered on a tarmac or airstrip near a large military tactical vehicle, with a large aircraft visible in the foreground. The group of approximately five soldiers appears to be in discussion or receiving a briefing. The setting appears to be a forward operating location with hilly, vegetated terrain visible in the background under overcast skies.
    A large military turboprop transport aircraft, marked with the number '535', is parked on a wet tarmac under overcast, rainy conditions. The aircraft appears to be a C-130 Hercules variant, consistent with US Marine Corps markings and configuration. Two personnel are visible near the rear/side of the aircraft, likely conducting ground operations.
    Two military personnel in olive drab flight suits are kneeling on the floor of a military cargo aircraft, securing a camouflage-painted military vehicle with heavy chains. The scene takes place inside what appears to be the cargo hold of a large transport aircraft, with tie-down chains being fastened to floor anchor points. This appears to be a standard cargo loading and securing operation prior to flight.
    The image is taken through a rain-covered oval porthole window, revealing a large military turboprop aircraft parked on a wet tarmac. The view is partially obscured by spinning or blurred propeller blades and water droplets on the glass. The overcast sky and hilly terrain are visible in the background.

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