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    The Crucible: How 'Dude 44' Rescue Crew Was Forged

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    A military turboprop aircraft, identifiable as a C-130 Hercules with tail number 5857, is parked on a flight line apron. A ground crew member in camouflage uniform is signaling or marshaling the aircraft with one arm raised. At least one propeller engine is visibly spinning, indicating the aircraft is powered up.

    ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO, UNITED STATES

    10.04.2025

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Tyler Catanach 

    150th Special Operations Wing

    A 150th Special Operations Wing Crew Chief does a final walk through before sending off a HC-130J Combat King II, October 4th, 2025. The 150th Operations Group specializes in training the next generation of rescue operators. (New Mexico Air National Guard photo taken by Staff Sgt. Tyler Catanach)

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    Date Taken: 10.04.2025
    Date Posted: 08.12.2026 16:07
    Photo ID: 9863704
    VIRIN: 251004-F-WT274-9928
    Resolution: 1200x799
    Size: 132.73 KB
    Location: ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO, US

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