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    1st SFG(A) Soldiers and Green Berets Performs an Airborne and Freefall Jump [Image 2 of 6]

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    A line of military personnel in full tactical gear, including parachute rigs and combat helmets, are staged on what appears to be an airfield tarmac. The lead soldier is giving a thumbs-up gesture, suggesting readiness or a pre-jump check. The group appears to be preparing for a military parachute operation, likely HALO or HAHO based on the visible oxygen equipment.

    JAPAN

    07.28.2026

    Photo by Sgt. Javen Owens 

    U.S. Special Operations Command Pacific

    U.S. Soldiers and Green Berets assigned to the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) conduct pre-jump buddy checks ahead of a military freefall at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, July 29, 2026.

    1st SFG(A) maintains highly lethal, rapidly deployable forces to execute the full spectrum of special operations alongside allies, partners, and the joint force as the preferred partner and premier special operations entity in the U.S. Pacific Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Javen Owens)

    This photo was altered for security purposes in accordance with USSOCOM Manual 360-1.

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    Date Taken: 07.28.2026
    Date Posted: 09.01.2026 17:37
    Photo ID: 9899418
    VIRIN: 260729-A-EW038-1042
    Resolution: 5734x3823
    Size: 2.97 MB
    Location: JP
    Web Views: 1
    Downloads: 1

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    A group of military personnel in full tactical gear, including parachute rigs and helmets with night vision mounts, are preparing or conducting post-jump activities on a grassy area near a perimeter fence. At least one soldier displays a US flag patch on their sleeve, indicating US military affiliation. The personnel appear to be adjusting or checking their equipment in what looks like a pre- or post-parachute jump scenario.
    A line of military personnel in full tactical gear, including parachute rigs and combat helmets, are staged on what appears to be an airfield tarmac. The lead soldier is giving a thumbs-up gesture, suggesting readiness or a pre-jump check. The group appears to be preparing for a military parachute operation, likely HALO or HAHO based on the visible oxygen equipment.
    Two military personnel are inside what appears to be a military transport aircraft, likely preparing for an airborne operation. The foreground soldier wears a MultiCam uniform with a clearly visible 'Airborne' tab and Special Forces patch on the left sleeve, along with a tactical helmet and protective eyewear. The setting and equipment suggest a pre-jump or in-flight airborne insertion scenario.
    Military personnel in full combat gear and helmets are seated inside a military transport aircraft, appearing to be preparing for a parachute jump operation. The soldiers are equipped with parachute packs, tactical helmets, and multicam uniforms. The interior of the aircraft shows typical military cargo aircraft features including static lines, yellow safety markings, and instrumentation panels.
    Three silhouetted military personnel stand at the open rear cargo ramp of a military transport aircraft in flight. The central figure appears to be giving a hand signal, possibly a thumbs-up, while the others stand on either side. The scene is backlit by a dramatic sky with cumulus clouds, creating strong silhouette contrast.
    A silhouetted parachutist is captured mid-descent against a deep blue twilight sky. The ram-air parachute canopy is fully deployed and visible in the upper portion of the frame. The low-light conditions render the subject and canopy as dark silhouettes with minimal detail.

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