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    Falcon Avalanche 2026 - JFE | 82nd ABN DIV [Image 2 of 9]

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    A group of military personnel in full combat gear are lined up inside or at the ramp of what appears to be a military transport aircraft, likely preparing for an airborne operation. The soldiers are equipped with helmets, multicam uniforms, parachute rigs, and static lines visible in yellow/tan colors. The image captures a pre-jump or boarding sequence with dramatic low-angle lighting.

    UNITED STATES

    07.15.2026

    Photo by Spc. Jadyn Merritt 

    49th Public Affairs Detachment   

    U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division board a C-17 Globemaster III during Falcon Avalanche on Fort Bragg, NC, July 15, 2026. Falcon Avalanche is an annual exercise that validates the brigade’s deployment readiness and warfighting capabilities. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Jadyn Merritt)

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    Date Taken: 07.15.2026
    Date Posted: 07.24.2026 04:05
    Photo ID: 9827777
    VIRIN: 220715-A-BD504-1114
    Resolution: 6346x4233
    Size: 1.69 MB
    Location: US
    Web Views: 71
    Downloads: 6

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    A military service member wearing U.S. Army multicam/OCP uniform is bent forward under the weight of a large parachute pack or rucksack, appearing to adjust or check their harness equipment. The individual is wearing a tactical harness with multiple D-rings and straps, consistent with airborne/parachute operations preparation. Additional personnel with similar equipment are visible in the blurred background.
    A group of military personnel in full combat gear are lined up inside or at the ramp of what appears to be a military transport aircraft, likely preparing for an airborne operation. The soldiers are equipped with helmets, multicam uniforms, parachute rigs, and static lines visible in yellow/tan colors. The image captures a pre-jump or boarding sequence with dramatic low-angle lighting.
    Military personnel in full tactical gear are seated inside a military transport aircraft, applying camouflage face paint in preparation for an operation. At least two soldiers are visible applying dark face paint with their hands, wearing multicam uniforms and tactical vests. The interior setting with an emergency exit sign and oval window confirms an airborne environment.
    Military personnel are inside what appears to be a military transport aircraft, likely preparing for a parachute jump operation. Soldiers are in full combat gear with parachute equipment and are attaching static lines to an overhead anchor cable. The scene is illuminated by dim green and white lighting typical of aircraft jump operations.
    The image shows military personnel inside what appears to be a military transport aircraft, likely preparing for a parachute jump operation at night. The primary subject is wearing full combat gear including a tactical helmet, body armor, and a parachute pack. The low-light environment and red/green indicator lights suggest an active airborne operation.
    Two soldiers in full combat gear are operating a belt-fed machine gun from a prone firing position on a range. A large quantity of spent brass casings and linked ammunition is visible in the foreground, indicating sustained fire. A range control tower is visible in the background, suggesting this is a military training exercise.
    A U.S. Army soldier wearing MultiCam (OCP) camouflage with Ranger and 82nd Airborne Division patches is looking at a smartphone while wearing a parachute harness with yellow static line visible. His face has tactical camouflage face paint applied. A second soldier is visible but out of focus in the background.
    A group of military personnel in full combat gear are lined up inside what appears to be a large military transport aircraft, illuminated by green-tinted overhead lighting. The soldiers are equipped with heavy backpacks and tactical equipment, with at least one individual holding a static line or deployment handle overhead. The motion blur and low-light conditions suggest this was taken during an active airborne operation or pre-jump preparation.
    The image shows military personnel inside what appears to be a large military transport aircraft, likely preparing for or conducting an airborne operation. The interior is dimly lit with green-tinted ambient lighting, characteristic of night operations or combat lighting conditions. Personnel are wearing full combat gear and appear to be managing equipment attached to a static line or anchor cable system.

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