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    Marine Corps Attack Drone Competition day one [Image 2 of 5]

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    A U.S. Marine identified by name tape as 'Mendoza' stands in what appears to be an indoor training or operations facility, holding a remote control device. He is wearing the Marine Corps MARPAT digital camouflage uniform with 'U.S. MARINES' tape visible on his chest. He appears focused on the controller in his hands, suggesting drone or unmanned system operation training.

    MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES

    08.17.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker 

    U.S. Marine Corps Training and Education Command     

    U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Anthony Mendoza, an infantry officer with Light Armored Reconnaissance Company D, 4th Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, 4th Marine Division completes an unmanned aircraft systems simulation performance evaluation during the Marine Corps Attack Drone Competition at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Aug. 10, 2026. The purpose of the competition is to challenge mission planning abilities, tactical prowess and technical knowledge of attack drone teams from across the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua Barker)

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    Date Taken: 08.17.2026
    Date Posted: 08.18.2026 14:04
    Photo ID: 9873051
    VIRIN: 260810-M-TE528-2011
    Resolution: 4480x6720
    Size: 21.45 MB
    Location: MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, VIRGINIA, US
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    Two individuals are handling a Futaba T16IZ Super RC radio transmitter controller on a white table surface. One person is wearing military camouflage (MARPAT pattern) uniform, and the other has a visible tattoo on their forearm. The controller is connected via cables, possibly to a laptop visible on the right edge of the frame.
    A U.S. Marine identified by name tape as 'Mendoza' stands in what appears to be an indoor training or operations facility, holding a remote control device. He is wearing the Marine Corps MARPAT digital camouflage uniform with 'U.S. MARINES' tape visible on his chest. He appears focused on the controller in his hands, suggesting drone or unmanned system operation training.
    A group of U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are gathered in what appears to be an office or operations center environment. The central figure, identified by his name tape as 'KLINK,' is focused on writing on a document at a desk while wearing glasses. Several other Marines are visible in the background, some seated and some standing, in a cubicle-style workspace.
    Four military personnel in U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage uniforms are gathered in what appears to be a maintenance bay or warehouse facility. One individual is actively working on equipment while the others observe, suggesting a training or maintenance demonstration scenario. The setting includes industrial shelving, camouflage netting, and HVAC equipment overhead.
    Two U.S. Marines are working together on a small quadcopter drone at a workbench inside what appears to be a military facility or hangar. One Marine in a green t-shirt is handling the drone with a screwdriver, while the other in full MARPAT camouflage uniform observes. Cardboard and foam packaging boxes are stacked nearby, suggesting the equipment may be newly issued or being prepared for use.

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