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    LCF-24: Maritime Interdiction Operation [Image 23 of 24]

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    A military personnel is firing a multi-barrel rotary machine gun (consistent with an M134 Minigun) from what appears to be a helicopter or aircraft over open ocean. Smoke or gas discharge is visible near the muzzle, indicating active firing. The shooter is wearing tactical gear including a helmet and body armor.

    PACIFIC OCEAN

    09.08.2026

    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. 08, 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: 09.08.2026
    Date Posted: 09.15.2026 09:06
    Photo ID: 9919956
    VIRIN: 260908-M-NU424-1178
    Resolution: 5535x3690
    Size: 1.84 MB
    Location: PACIFIC OCEAN
    Web Views: 3
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