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    11th MEU, USS Portland Resupplies at Sea [Image 5 of 11]

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    A U.S. Navy helicopter, marked with the number '63', hovers over the flight deck of a naval vessel during what appears to be a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation. A deck crew member in yellow safety gear and helmet is directing the helicopter with hand signals. Multiple cargo pallets secured with netting are visible on the deck, indicating an active logistics or resupply mission.

    U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

    08.08.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Avery Wayland 

    11th Marine Expeditionary Unit   

    A U.S. Sailor assigned to San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Portland (LPD 27) signals a Navy MH-60S Sea Hawk with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 21 delivering pallets to the flight deck of Portland in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, August 8, 2026. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Avery Wayland)

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    Date Taken: 08.08.2026
    Date Posted: 08.17.2026 05:25
    Photo ID: 9872090
    VIRIN: 260808-M-TI498-1152
    Resolution: 5079x3386
    Size: 4.15 MB
    Location: U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
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    A military helicopter is captured in flight from a low-angle perspective, carrying a cargo net sling load suspended beneath it. The helicopter appears to be a large, multi-blade naval or military transport variant performing a vertical replenishment or cargo lift operation. The rotor blades show motion blur, indicating active flight.
    A military helicopter, identified as number 69, is performing a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation, carrying a cargo net loaded with supplies suspended beneath it via a cable. A second similar helicopter is visible in the background at a lower altitude. The scene takes place over what appears to be an open sky with light cloud cover.
    A military helicopter, appearing to be a U.S. Navy MH-60 Seahawk, is conducting a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation over the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. The helicopter is airborne and lifting a cargo net containing supplies, with additional netted cargo pallets visible on the deck below. The operation is taking place in open ocean conditions under a partly cloudy sky.
    A military helicopter, likely a Sikorsky MH-60 Seahawk, hovers above a naval vessel conducting a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation. A deck crew member dressed in yellow flight deck gear is directing the helicopter with outstretched arms as a cargo net loaded with supplies is suspended below the aircraft. This appears to be a standard underway replenishment operation conducted by a naval aviation unit.
    A U.S. Navy helicopter, marked with the number '63', hovers over the flight deck of a naval vessel during what appears to be a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation. A deck crew member in yellow safety gear and helmet is directing the helicopter with hand signals. Multiple cargo pallets secured with netting are visible on the deck, indicating an active logistics or resupply mission.
    A naval deck crew member wearing a yellow jersey and flight deck helmet with ear protection is directing or signaling a military helicopter performing a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) operation. The helicopter, appearing to be an MH-60 Seahawk variant, is airborne and carrying a cargo net loaded with supplies suspended by a sling line. This type of operation is commonly used to transfer supplies between ships at sea.
    Two personnel wearing yellow flight deck jerseys and protective helmets with ear defenders are leaning over and working on a white surface, likely an aircraft on a naval flight deck. Both individuals are equipped with communication headsets and protective gear consistent with carrier deck crew operations. The image is slightly hazy with lens flare, suggesting bright outdoor lighting conditions.
    Three naval personnel in yellow flight deck jerseys and helmets with communication headsets are celebrating on the deck of a ship at sea. They appear to be reacting joyfully, with raised fists and smiles, near a large white container or mail bag labeled 'MAIL TO PORTLAND.' The image captures a candid, high-morale moment aboard what appears to be a U.S. Navy vessel.
    Military personnel are handling a large wrapped cargo pallet on what appears to be the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. The crew members, wearing color-coded safety vests and helmets, are pushing and pulling the pallet across the deck. A helicopter and additional personnel are visible in the background near the ship's superstructure.
    Three personnel in flight deck gear are carrying a large cardboard box or panel across the flight deck of a naval vessel. The scene appears to be on an amphibious assault ship or similar warship, with rotary-wing aircraft (likely CH-53 or MV-22 type) visible in the background. A ship's superstructure with a distinctive angular mast is visible in the mid-background.
    A young service member in desert MARPAT camouflage uniform is smiling while opening a care package box. The box contains various food and personal items, suggesting it was sent from home or a support organization. The setting appears to be a military barracks or billet room.

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