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    A military helicopter, identifiable as a UH-60 Black Hawk, hovers low over a large body of water, generating a rotor wash mist spray across the water surface. The rotor downwash has created a visible mist cloud and a small rainbow arc to the left of the aircraft. The background shows a treeline and calm lake environment under a partly cloudy sky.

    FLORIDA, UNITED STATES

    07.11.2026

    Photo by Sgt. Anna Welchel 

    116th Public Affairs Detachment

    A helicopter hovers over Kingsley Lake during a helicopter cast (HELOCAST) infiltration event at the National Best Warrior Competition near Camp Blanding Joint Training Center, Starke, Florida, July 11, 2026. During the event, competitors entered the water from the helicopter and swam to shore as part of the annual competition, which tests tactical proficiency, physical fitness, leadership and warrior tasks. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Anna Welchel)

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    Date Taken: 07.11.2026
    Date Posted: 07.17.2026 14:03
    Photo ID: 9816773
    VIRIN: 260711-Z-XK248-1135
    Resolution: 4007x2666
    Size: 1.44 MB
    Location: FLORIDA, US
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