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    LCF-24: Maritime Interdiction Operation [Image 18 of 20]

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    A military aircrew member is firing a door-mounted machine gun from a helicopter over open ocean. A visible tracer round is captured mid-flight, and a smoke plume is visible in the distance on the water surface, indicating an active firing exercise. The shooter is wearing full flight gear including a helmet with communications equipment.

    PACIFIC OCEAN

    09.02.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Daniel Garcia 

    24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

    A U.S. Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom crew chief with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), Littoral Combat Force-24, fires a M134 Minigun during a Maritime Interdiction Operation while underway in the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 02, 2026. The vessel of interest was boarded and cleared before being destroyed. U.S. military forces are deployed to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility in support of Joint Task Force Western Hemisphere, Department of War-directed operations, and the President's priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking, deter malign actors and protect the homeland through continuous presence. (U.S. Marine Corps photo)

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    Date Taken: 09.02.2026
    Date Posted: 09.03.2026 11:52
    Photo ID: 9908079
    VIRIN: 260902-M-NU424-1405
    Resolution: 4988x3325
    Size: 1.45 MB
    Location: PACIFIC OCEAN
    Web Views: 7
    Downloads: 1

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    A military personnel wearing USMC MARPAT digital camouflage uniform and a coyote/tan plate carrier vest is handling what appears to be ammunition or a small object. The individual is on what appears to be a ship's flight deck, with aircraft visible in the background. The image is partially obscured by motion blur in the upper left area.
    A rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) or small craft designated '11MRX 1001' is being hoisted by a crane davit system alongside a naval vessel. At least one crew member is visible aboard the suspended craft, appearing to coordinate with personnel on the ship's deck. The operation appears to be a boat recovery or launch evolution conducted at sea.
    A rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) is underway at high speed on open blue water, carrying multiple personnel in military tactical gear. An American flag is visible mounted on the center console mast. The boat is producing a significant wake, indicating high-speed travel.
    An aerial photograph shows a military or law enforcement interdiction operation at sea. Armed personnel in tactical gear aboard a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) are approaching and boarding a white civilian fishing vessel named 'Conquistador 2'. The operation appears to be a maritime law enforcement or counter-narcotics boarding action in open ocean waters.
    A military or law enforcement interdiction operation is underway at sea, with a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) carrying armed personnel in tactical gear approaching a civilian-style fishing vessel named 'Conquista 2'. The armed personnel appear to be boarding or preparing to board the fishing vessel. An American flag is visible on the RIB, suggesting U.S. military or Coast Guard involvement.
    The image depicts a maritime law enforcement or military interdiction operation in open ocean waters. Armed personnel in camouflage tactical gear aboard a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) are boarding or approaching a civilian vessel named 'Conquistador.' An American flag is visible on the tactical vessel, suggesting U.S. military or law enforcement involvement.
    An aerial photograph shows a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) with personnel approaching a larger civilian-style fishing or patrol vessel on open blue ocean waters. The smaller tactical craft appears to be conducting an intercept or boarding operation. The larger vessel has a blue tarp canopy and multiple people visible on deck.
    An aerial or elevated view of open ocean showing a large gray naval warship, likely an amphibious transport dock (LPD-class), stationary or slowly moving in the distance. A smaller fast-moving craft is visible creating a white wake trail as it moves away from the larger vessel toward the right side of the frame. Two additional small watercraft are visible at the far right of the image.
    Two military personnel are carrying what appear to be missile or rocket components across a ship's flight deck at sea. They are walking toward the edge of the deck, with the ocean visible in the background. A partial rotor blade or wing is visible in the upper right corner of the frame.
    A military service member in camouflage gear is operating or inspecting a mounted multi-barrel rotary weapon system (consistent with an M134 Minigun or similar Gatling-type weapon) on the deck of a naval vessel. The setting is an open ocean environment under clear skies. The person's face is motion-blurred, likely due to camera movement during exposure.
    LCF-24: Maritime Interdiction Operation
    The image is taken from inside a military helicopter looking out over open ocean. Two vessels are visible in the water below — a smaller blue boat and a larger white patrol/coast guard-style vessel. The helicopter appears to be equipped with mounted weapons on both sides of the open door.
    A military or law enforcement personnel is positioned at the open door of a helicopter, aiming a scoped rifle toward a vessel on the open ocean below. The shooter is wearing tactical gear and appears to be observing or targeting a white and blue patrol-style boat that is moving at speed, creating a visible wake. The perspective is from inside the helicopter looking outward and downward toward the water.
    An aerial photograph taken from inside a military helicopter showing a sniper or marksman positioned at the open door with a scoped rifle aimed toward vessels on the ocean below. Three boats are visible on the water, with what appears to be a maritime interdiction or surveillance operation in progress. A second armed personnel member is visible in the background of the helicopter interior.
    An aerial photograph shows a large gray naval vessel, consistent with a San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship, underway in open blue ocean. In the background to the left, a smaller vessel or target is visibly burning and emitting a thick column of black smoke. A small fast-moving craft is visible to the right of the main ship, leaving a white wake.
    An aerial photograph shows a vessel or object burning on the open ocean, producing a large column of dense black smoke rising into a partly cloudy sky. A naval or military ship is visible in the background to the right, positioned at a safe distance from the fire. The scene appears to depict a maritime incident, possibly a controlled sinking exercise or an engagement at sea.
    An aerial photograph shows a vessel or object engulfed in intense flames on the open ocean, producing a large column of thick black smoke rising into a partly cloudy sky. In the background, a large gray naval warship — appearing to be a U.S. Navy amphibious transport dock (LPD-class) — is positioned at a safe distance observing the burning vessel. This appears consistent with a controlled destruction or interdiction operation at sea.
    A military aircrew member is firing a door-mounted machine gun from a helicopter over open ocean. A visible tracer round is captured mid-flight, and a smoke plume is visible in the distance on the water surface, indicating an active firing exercise. The shooter is wearing full flight gear including a helmet with communications equipment.
    A military personnel is operating a door-mounted machine gun from what appears to be a helicopter flying over open ocean water. The gunner is wearing olive drab flight gear and tan tactical gloves while manning the weapon system. The perspective is from inside the aircraft looking outward toward the water below.
    The image captures a weapon being fired from what appears to be a naval vessel, with a visible muzzle flash and projectile or barrel extending toward the right. The background shows open ocean water, suggesting this is a maritime military exercise or operation. A person in military attire is partially visible on the left side of the frame.

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