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    Chief of Naval Operations visits the Naval Aviation Warfighting Development Center [Image 6 of 22]

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    A military aviator is seated in the cockpit of a dark green military helicopter, giving a thumbs-up gesture toward the camera. The pilot is wearing a flight helmet with a boom microphone, a tactical vest, and an olive green flight suit. The helicopter door is open, providing a clear view of the cockpit interior and instrument panels.

    FALLON, NEVADA, UNITED STATES

    08.19.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Mark Klimenko 

    Naval Aviation Warfighting Development Center (NAWDC)

    FALLON, Nev. (Aug. 19, 2026) – Admiral Daryl Caudle, Chief of Naval Operations (CNO), holds up a thumb’s up as he taxis in preparation for take-off during a visit to Naval Air Station (NAS) Fallon and the Naval Aviation Warfighting Development Center (NAWDC), Aug. 19, 2026. During the visit, ADM Caudle flew in an MH-60 Seahawk helicopter piloted by Capt. Thaddeus Rusinek. NAWDC serves as the Navy's premier Weapons Tactics Instructor (WTI) and combat training center. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mark O. Klimenko)

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    Date Taken: 08.19.2026
    Date Posted: 09.11.2026 12:31
    Photo ID: 9900761
    VIRIN: 260819-N-HK187-1006
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    Size: 2.74 MB
    Location: FALLON, NEVADA, US
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