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    LCF-24: First Drone Flight in Southern Command [Image 4 of 10]

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    A military service member in camouflage uniform is handling a fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV/drone) while standing on or beside a tan/desert-colored military vehicle. The setting appears to be a tropical or jungle environment based on the dense green foliage in the background. The service member appears to be preparing the UAV for launch or recovering it after a mission.

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    09.05.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Allison White 

    24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

    A U.S. Marine with Combat Logistics Battalion 8, Littoral Combat Force-24, prepares to launch an RQ-20B Puma Small Unmanned Aircraft for ongoing unit level training, Aug. 5, 2026. U.S. Military forces are deployed to the 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: 09.05.2026
    Date Posted: 09.16.2026 17:52
    Photo ID: 9915410
    VIRIN: 260905-M-DQ015-1122
    Resolution: 4896x3264
    Size: 1.56 MB
    Location: EC
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    A military service member in MARPAT (Marine pattern) camouflage uniform is working on what appears to be a small fixed-wing UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle), likely a RQ-11 Raven or similar hand-launched drone. The individual is assembling or inspecting the aircraft's wing components on top of a hard-shell Pelican-style transport case. The setting appears to be an outdoor field environment with lush green vegetation in the background.
    Three military personnel in MARPAT (Marine pattern) camouflage uniforms are conducting what appears to be an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operation in an outdoor setting. One soldier is seated operating a ruggedized laptop control station with a sun shield, a second is holding a fixed-wing drone (likely an RQ-20 Puma or similar small UAV), and a third is standing in the background holding a handheld device. The environment appears to be a semi-rural or forward operating area with trees and a vehicle visible in the background.
    A military service member in MARPAT (Marine pattern) digital camouflage uniform is photographed in a jungle or forested environment. The individual is equipped with tactical gear including a plate carrier vest, communications headset with boom microphone, ballistic sunglasses, and is carrying what appears to be a rifle with a sling. The setting and uniform pattern suggest a U.S. Marine Corps field operation or training exercise.
    A military service member in camouflage uniform is handling a fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV/drone) while standing on or beside a tan/desert-colored military vehicle. The setting appears to be a tropical or jungle environment based on the dense green foliage in the background. The service member appears to be preparing the UAV for launch or recovering it after a mission.
    Two military personnel in MARPAT digital camouflage uniforms are working together on a Panasonic Toughbook rugged laptop placed on a tan Pelican-style hard case. The setting appears to be an outdoor field environment with military vehicles, additional personnel, and tropical vegetation visible in the background. The scene suggests a field operations or training exercise involving tactical computing equipment.
    A group of military personnel in camouflage uniforms are gathered around a ruggedized laptop computer, appearing to review data or coordinate operations. The setting appears to be an outdoor field environment with trees visible in the background. The personnel are wearing U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT digital camouflage uniforms and tactical gear.
    The image shows a wide sky scene dominated by blue sky and scattered white-grey clouds. A single small dark silhouette of what appears to be a small aircraft or large bird is visible in the upper-center-left portion of the frame. The subject is very small relative to the expansive sky background.
    A young male service member in U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT woodland camouflage uniform is photographed in a side profile view. He is holding a tan/black piece of equipment, possibly a drone controller or electronic device with a protective cover. The setting appears to be an outdoor working area with vehicles and heavy equipment visible in the background.
    A small aircraft, likely a glider or light plane, is captured in flight against an overcast, cloudy sky. The aircraft appears to be banking or turning, visible in silhouette against the grey-white cloud cover. The image was taken from a ground-level perspective looking upward.
    Two U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are posing with a fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), both giving thumbs-up gestures. They appear to be on a dirt field or airstrip with vegetation visible in the background. The mood is celebratory, suggesting a successful UAV operation or training exercise.

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