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    13th MEU | Forward Arming and Refueling Point [Image 29 of 30]

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    A U.S. Marine in full combat gear walks away from a USMC AH-1Z Viper attack helicopter during what appears to be a forward arming and refueling point (FARP) operation in an arid, hilly training environment. The helicopter's rotors are spinning, indicated by motion blur, and a fuel hose is visible on the ground. The setting appears to be a military training exercise, likely at a base in Southern California based on the terrain.

    CAMP PENDLETON, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    08.26.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Grace Stover 

    13th Marine Expeditionary Unit   

    U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Derek Acosta, a bulk fuel specialist assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 364 (Reinforced), 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, retrieves a fuel hose after refueling an AH-1Z Viper at a forward arming and refueling point during routine training at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Aug. 26, 2026. The 13th MEU and the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group are underway and conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations to enhance their combined Navy-Marine Corps readiness and lethality. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Grace Stover)

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    Date Taken: 08.26.2026
    Date Posted: 08.30.2026 23:19
    Photo ID: 9899216
    VIRIN: 260826-M-TR167-1189
    Resolution: 5180x2911
    Size: 4.79 MB
    Location: CAMP PENDLETON, CALIFORNIA, US
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    Downloads: 4

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