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    MAINEiacs Return Home [Image 16 of 17]

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    A U.S. Air Force aircraft, marked with 'MAINEiacs' nose art and serial number 3513, is positioned on a tarmac outside a large military hangar. A crowd of civilians is gathered near the hangar entrance, suggesting a public event such as an open house or homecoming ceremony. A uniformed military personnel member stands near the aircraft's nose gear, appearing to direct or greet attendees.

    UNITED STATES

    07.27.2026

    Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Andrew Sinclair 

    101st Air Refueling Wing

    Families of returning deployers make their way to welcome their loved ones at Bangor Air National Guard Base, ME, July 27th, 2026. The Airmen were assigned to an undisclosed location in Europe and returned home after conducting a routine deployment.

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    Date Taken: 07.27.2026
    Date Posted: 07.30.2026 14:28
    Photo ID: 9840716
    VIRIN: 260727-F-IA789-8740
    Resolution: 5426x3617
    Size: 3.46 MB
    Location: US
    Web Views: 11
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    A young boy wearing a red safety vest stands on an airfield tarmac facing a large gray U.S. military aircraft, likely a KC-135 Stratotanker. Ground crew personnel are visible near the nose and landing gear of the aircraft performing pre-flight or maintenance checks. The low-angle shot creates a dramatic perspective emphasizing the scale of the aircraft against a clear blue sky.
    A female military aviator in an olive green flight suit kneels down to greet a young boy, smiling emotionally in what appears to be a homecoming reunion. Red, white, and blue flowers are visible on the ground beside her, and other military personnel and children are visible in the background near what appears to be an aircraft stairway. The scene strongly suggests a military deployment return ceremony.
    Several military personnel in flight suits are visible inside the open cargo door of a U.S. Air Force aircraft, likely a C-17 Globemaster or similar large transport plane. One male crew member is waving while a female crew member is smiling broadly, suggesting an arrival or departure event. A 'MAINEiacs' sticker with a University of Tennessee logo is visible on the fuselage.
    A person wearing an olive green military flight suit with a U.S. flag patch and a name tape reading 'ZEUS 95' is joyfully embracing a young child on what appears to be a military airfield tarmac. The individual is expressing intense emotion with an open-mouthed smile, suggesting a reunion after a deployment or extended absence. The setting and attire are consistent with a U.S. military homecoming event.
    A close-up photograph showing an adult with blonde hair in a ponytail kissing a young child on the cheek while embracing them. The child is wearing a gray quilted short-sleeve shirt. The setting appears to be outdoors with green trees visible in the background.
    A U.S. military servicemember in an olive green flight suit is holding a young girl, their foreheads touching in an emotional reunion moment. A woman in a floral dress stands beside them, her hand resting on the child. The scene appears to be a military homecoming event, likely at an airfield or naval facility.
    Two children are seated on the floor of what appears to be a military aircraft hangar, both wearing olive green flight suits with military patches. The girl on the left has a patch reading '132nd AREFS' and the boy on the right has patches including 'MAINEiacs' and a name tag reading 'ANN ELI MORNEAULT'. Both children are wearing ear protection (earplugs) and appear to be observing something off-camera.
    A U.S. military service member in olive green flight suit is reuniting with family members, kneeling down to embrace a young child while holding a bouquet of red, white, and blue flowers. The scene appears to be a homecoming event on a tarmac or airfield, with multiple children and adults gathered around. The emotional reunion is marked by visible joy and tears among those present.
    A military airman in an olive green flight suit embraces two children, also dressed in matching flight suits, in what appears to be a homecoming or reunion on an airfield tarmac. The adult wears a US flag patch and a unit patch reading '132nd AREFS' is visible on one of the children's suits. The emotional scene captures a joyful family reunion in a military aviation setting.
    Two individuals in military camouflage uniforms and orange safety vests are marshalling a US Air Force aircraft on a tarmac using red signal wands. The larger figure appears to be an adult military personnel while the smaller figure beside them appears to be a child, suggesting a 'bring your child to work' or family day event. A large gray military jet, identifiable as a US Air Force tanker aircraft (likely a KC-135), is taxiing toward them with a control tower visible in the background.
    Two individuals are embracing near the base of an aircraft boarding stairway on a tarmac. One person is wearing an olive green flight suit, suggesting a military or aviation context. The emotional embrace appears to be a reunion or farewell scene at an airfield.
    A large military jet aircraft, likely a KC-135 Stratotanker or similar tanker/transport aircraft, is parked on a tarmac with a boarding stairway attached. A group of civilians and military personnel are gathered near the aircraft, suggesting a public open house, air show, or family day event. The photo is taken from a low ground-level angle with a yellow taxiway line leading toward the aircraft.
    Two individuals are viewed from behind, observing a military aircraft on or near a taxiway at what appears to be a military airfield. The aircraft in the background is a large multi-engine jet, consistent with a tanker or transport type such as a KC-135. The setting includes a grassy infield area, a perimeter fence, and tree line in the background.
    A military service member in camouflage uniform and orange safety vest is marshaling a large military aircraft on a flight line, flanked by two children also wearing orange safety vests and holding marshaling wands. All three figures face away from the camera toward the aircraft, with the children mimicking the adult's marshaling signals. This appears to be an educational or community outreach event at a military air base.
    A military homecoming or deployment ceremony is taking place on an airfield tarmac, with civilians and family members gathered to greet or send off military personnel. Soldiers in camouflage uniforms are descending the stairs of a large U.S. Air Force aircraft, while crowds of civilians photograph and embrace them. The event is occurring on a sunny day beside a large aircraft hangar.
    A U.S. Air Force aircraft, marked with 'MAINEiacs' nose art and serial number 3513, is positioned on a tarmac outside a large military hangar. A crowd of civilians is gathered near the hangar entrance, suggesting a public event such as an open house or homecoming ceremony. A uniformed military personnel member stands near the aircraft's nose gear, appearing to direct or greet attendees.
    Two individuals are sharing an emotional embrace on what appears to be a military airfield tarmac. One person is wearing a dark olive green flight suit with a U.S. flag patch on the sleeve, suggesting they are military aviation personnel. The setting and attire indicate this may be a homecoming or departure reunion moment.

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