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    Leapfest 2026 [Image 4 of 4]

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    A British Army soldier in Multi-Terrain Pattern (MTP) camouflage uniform is kneeling on a hangar floor, inspecting or adjusting parachute equipment. He is wearing a parachute harness and is focused on a packed parachute container in front of him. Multiple other soldiers in the background appear to be conducting similar pre-jump equipment checks.

    NORTH KINGSTOWN, RHODE ISLAND, UNITED STATES

    07.31.2026

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Alex Manne  

    Joint Force Headquarters - Rhode Island National Guard

    U.S. Army and international paratroopers inspect parachutes and conduct pre-jump inspections before Sustained Airborne Training during Leapfest 2026 at Quonset Army Aviation Support Facility in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, July 31, 2026.. Leapfest is the world's largest and longest-running international static-line parachute competition hosted by the 56th Troop Command, Rhode Island National Guard. Thorough equipment inspections and rehearsals help ensure safe airborne operations while preparing competitors for the international event. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Alex Manne)

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    Date Taken: 07.31.2026
    Date Posted: 08.04.2026 09:54
    Photo ID: 9843861
    VIRIN: 260731-A-XH155-1025
    Resolution: 4480x6720
    Size: 2.81 MB
    Location: NORTH KINGSTOWN, RHODE ISLAND, US
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    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is conducting a briefing, pointing to a large aerial map mounted on a wooden easel. The map is labeled 'Glen Rock DZ' (Drop Zone) with coordinates '19T BG 83158 01035' and includes DZ dimensions, obstacles/hazards, and a legend. The setting appears to be an indoor military facility with unit flags visible in the background.
    Two soldiers in desert camouflage uniforms are inspecting or packing parachute equipment on the floor of what appears to be a military hangar. A aerial map labeled 'Glen Rock DZ' (Drop Zone) is visible on a board in the background, suggesting pre-jump mission planning. A third individual in a black t-shirt observes from the background.
    Multiple military personnel from different nations are gathered inside a large hangar, preparing parachute equipment on the floor. Soldiers wearing various national uniforms, including Italian and British camouflage patterns, are kneeling and checking their gear. The scene appears to be a pre-jump equipment inspection or rigging exercise during a multinational airborne training operation.
    A British Army soldier in Multi-Terrain Pattern (MTP) camouflage uniform is kneeling on a hangar floor, inspecting or adjusting parachute equipment. He is wearing a parachute harness and is focused on a packed parachute container in front of him. Multiple other soldiers in the background appear to be conducting similar pre-jump equipment checks.

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