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    XVIII Airborne Corps Airborne Operations [Image 12 of 15]

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    A large group of military personnel in full combat gear and parachute equipment are lined up on a tarmac, apparently preparing for an airborne operation. The soldiers are wearing various camouflage patterns including MultiCam and MARPAT, suggesting a joint or multinational exercise. A large military aircraft, likely a C-130 or similar transport, is visible in the background.

    FORT BRAGG, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    07.29.2026

    Photo by Spc. Alexis Fischer 

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    Paratroopers assigned to the Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion (HHBN), XVIII Airborne Corps, prepare to board the aircraft prior to airborne operations at Fort Bragg, N.C., July 29, 2026. Airborne training reinforces confidence, competence and the ability to operate in austere environments. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Alexis Fischer)

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    Date Taken: 07.29.2026
    Date Posted: 08.03.2026 17:18
    Photo ID: 9847369
    VIRIN: 260729-A-SK843-1173
    Resolution: 4506x3380
    Size: 4.38 MB
    Location: FORT BRAGG, NORTH CAROLINA, US
    Web Views: 32
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    A group of U.S. Army soldiers are participating in what appears to be airborne or rappelling training at a military installation. The foreground soldier, identified by nametape as 'MULLANY,' is holding a yellow static line attached to an overhead cable, suggesting preparation for a jump or zip-line exercise. A second soldier identified as 'TOGMAN' stands close behind, with additional soldiers queued in the background.
    Military personnel are engaged in what appears to be a rappelling or rope descent training exercise on an elevated platform or tower structure. The foreground soldier is wearing Marine Corps desert MARPAT camouflage and a tactical helmet, holding onto a yellow rope while being assisted or guided by another soldier in Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform. The setting appears to be an outdoor military training facility surrounded by trees.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are saluting each other in what appears to be a rappelling or airborne training environment. A tan rope/strap with a carabiner hook is visible between them, suggesting a rigging or jump tower setting. A third soldier in the background and green foliage are also visible.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniforms are engaged in what appears to be airborne or rappelling training. The soldier in the foreground, identified by the name tape 'IRWIN,' is handling a yellow static line or rope while wearing a combat helmet. A second soldier is partially visible on the right side, also in OCP uniform with a visible unit patch.
    A U.S. Army soldier identified as 'Suarez' with an Airborne tab is conducting what appears to be airborne or rappelling training, holding a snap hook or carabiner attached to a yellow rope/strap. The soldier is wearing OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with a helmet and is interacting with other soldiers in a training tower or platform structure. Multiple soldiers in similar uniforms are visible in the background.
    A group of military personnel in combat uniforms and helmets are participating in what appears to be an airborne or rappelling training exercise. They are holding yellow static line straps attached to an overhead cable system, suggesting preparation for a jump or descent activity. The soldiers display a mix of U.S. Army camouflage uniforms with one individual in a different pattern, indicating a possible joint or multi-branch training environment.
    The image shows U.S. Army soldiers in full combat uniforms and helmets, appearing to be inside a military aircraft or training platform preparing for an airborne or rappelling operation. The central soldier is wearing OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with a ballistic helmet and tactical sunglasses, with 'U.S. ARMY' tape visible on his chest. Yellow static line cables are visible overhead, suggesting a parachute jump or airborne training exercise.
    A U.S. Army soldier named BELTRE is photographed in full combat uniform and helmet during what appears to be a training exercise. The soldier is gripping a vertical metal pole and leaning forward in a dynamic posture, suggesting physical activity or an obstacle course. Visible patches indicate Airborne qualification and a 'Chief 8' armband designation.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are conducting a pre-jump equipment check inside what appears to be a parachute rigging facility or hangar. One soldier is kneeling and assisting the other with adjusting or inspecting a parachute harness. The standing soldier is wearing a T-10 or similar military parachute system on his back.
    A U.S. Army soldier is handling parachute or rappelling harness hardware, specifically manipulating carabiners and webbing straps. The soldier is wearing Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniform with a visible 'U.S. A[rmy]' tape and what appears to be a Private First Class rank patch. The close-up shot focuses on the hands working with multiple metal D-rings and carabiners attached to tactical rigging equipment.
    Military personnel in multicam/OCP camouflage uniforms are gathered in what appears to be an indoor staging area, equipped with parachute rigs secured with yellow static lines. The foreground soldier has hands placed on top of their helmet, a common pre-jump inspection posture. The scene is consistent with airborne operations preparation or a pre-jump equipment check.
    A large group of military personnel in full combat gear and parachute equipment are lined up on a tarmac, apparently preparing for an airborne operation. The soldiers are wearing various camouflage patterns including MultiCam and MARPAT, suggesting a joint or multinational exercise. A large military aircraft, likely a C-130 or similar transport, is visible in the background.
    Military paratroopers are seated inside a military transport aircraft, prepared for a jump operation. The central figure, a Sergeant, is holding a yellow static line and wearing full parachute harness equipment with a reserve parachute pack on their lap. Multiple soldiers in camouflage uniforms and helmets are visible in the dimly lit cargo bay.
    A military paratrooper in full combat gear stands at the open door of a military aircraft, appearing to be in the final position before executing a static-line jump. The soldier is equipped with a parachute pack, helmet with netting, multicam uniform, and harness with yellow static line attached. At least one additional soldier is visible in the background inside the aircraft.
    Military paratroopers are lined up inside the cargo bay of a military transport aircraft, preparing for a jump operation. Personnel on both sides of the aircraft are equipped with full parachute rigs, helmets, and combat gear, with static lines attached to the anchor line cable overhead. The central anchor line cable is visible with red deployment bags and yellow static lines hanging from it, indicating an imminent airborne operation.

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