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    LCF-24: Maritime Interdiction Operations [Image 7 of 19]

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    A military aircrew member is firing a door-mounted machine gun from a helicopter over open ocean. The weapon is actively discharging, with a visible muzzle flash and smoke cloud at the barrel. The shooter is wearing full flight gear including a helmet, flight suit, and tactical gloves.

    PACIFIC OCEAN

    09.08.2026

    Photo by Sgt. Daniel Childs 

    24th Marine Expeditionary Unit

    A U.S. Marine UH-1Y Venom helicopter crew chief with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), Littoral Combat Force-24, fires a GAU-21 .50 caliber machine gun during a Maritime Interdiction Operation while underway in the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 8, 2026. 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 09:01
    Photo ID: 9920032
    VIRIN: 260908-M-TH104-1346
    Resolution: 6000x4000
    Size: 9.15 MB
    Location: PACIFIC OCEAN
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    An aerial photograph shows two vessels on open dark blue ocean water. A larger white and blue civilian-style motor vessel is stationary or moving slowly on the right, while a smaller rigid inflatable boat (RIB) with a visible wake is approaching or circling it on the left. The scene suggests a maritime interception, patrol, or inspection operation.
    A military service member is positioned at the open door or ramp of an aircraft over open ocean, aiming a scoped rifle outward. The individual is wearing full tactical gear including a combat helmet with communications equipment. The image appears to depict aerial overwatch or a door-gunner/sniper training or operational scenario.
    The image is taken from inside a military aircraft cockpit, looking through the windshield at a naval warship sailing on open ocean below. Two crew members are partially visible in silhouette on either side of the frame, with cockpit instrumentation visible in the foreground. The scene suggests an aerial surveillance or coordination mission between air and naval assets.
    An aerial photograph shows two vessels at sea: a white and blue civilian-style motor yacht named 'Don Rulo' with registration number PC.04.00875, being approached by a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) carrying multiple personnel in dark tactical gear. The RIB appears to be conducting an intercept or boarding operation alongside the larger vessel. The scene is consistent with a maritime law enforcement or interdiction operation.
    An aerial photograph shows two vessels on open ocean waters. A white civilian motor yacht named 'Don Rufo' is being approached or intercepted by a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) carrying multiple personnel in dark clothing. The scene suggests a maritime law enforcement or interdiction operation.
    The image shows a large U.S. Navy amphibious transport dock ship bearing hull number 17 anchored or underway in open blue ocean waters. In the foreground, a smaller civilian-style white ferry or patrol vessel is moving through the water, accompanied by what appears to be a small rigid inflatable boat (RIB). The scene suggests a maritime interaction or boarding operation between naval and civilian vessels.
    A military aircrew member is firing a door-mounted machine gun from a helicopter over open ocean. The weapon is actively discharging, with a visible muzzle flash and smoke cloud at the barrel. The shooter is wearing full flight gear including a helmet, flight suit, and tactical gloves.
    A military personnel is operating a door-mounted machine gun from an airborne helicopter over open ocean. Rounds are visibly impacting the water surface near what appears to be a target or marker in the distance. This appears to be a live-fire training exercise conducted from a rotary-wing aircraft.
    A military aircrew member wearing a flight helmet is operating a door-mounted machine gun from a helicopter over open ocean. Smoke or a flare is visible on the water surface in the background, suggesting an active firing exercise or live-fire training event. The perspective indicates the photo was taken from inside the helicopter looking outward.
    A military personnel member is positioned inside an open helicopter door, aiming a scoped rifle toward the ocean below. The shooter is wearing full tactical gear including a helmet with communications equipment. A second helmeted individual is partially visible on the right side of the frame.
    The image shows a maritime rescue or boarding operation at sea, with multiple individuals wearing orange life vests seated in a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) alongside what appears to be a larger vessel. Armed personnel in tactical gear are present on the boat, suggesting a military or coast guard operation. The faces of several individuals have been blurred, indicating editorial redaction for privacy or security purposes.
    A rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) marked '11MRX 1001' is underway on open ocean waters carrying multiple military personnel. The boat flies a United States flag and is equipped with a mast-mounted sensor or camera system. Personnel aboard are wearing a mix of tactical gear, life vests, and helmets, suggesting a military training or operational mission.
    The image shows a group of military personnel and civilians inside what appears to be a naval vessel's hangar or well deck. Several individuals in U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage uniforms are present alongside civilians wearing orange life vests and hearing protection headsets. The scene suggests an evacuation, rescue, or embarkation operation.
    The image shows a group of individuals inside what appears to be the hangar bay or interior deck of a military vessel. Several people in U.S. Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage uniforms are present alongside civilians wearing orange life vests and hearing protection. All faces have been deliberately blurred, suggesting privacy or security considerations.
    Military personnel in full tactical gear are operating from a rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) alongside a larger vessel. Several individuals wearing orange life vests, distinct from the armed personnel in camouflage, are present in the boat. The scene appears to depict a maritime boarding or interdiction operation conducted at sea.
    A Venezuelan Coast Guard patrol vessel designated LG-30 is underway on open ocean waters. The gray-hulled ship bears the name 'GUARDACOSTAS' on its hull along with distinctive orange diagonal stripes, and flies what appears to be a Venezuelan flag from its mast. The vessel appears to be on active patrol duty in moderately choppy blue seas.
    A U.S. Navy rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) is underway at speed on open blue water. The vessel carries both uniformed Navy personnel and individuals wearing red life vests, suggesting a maritime interdiction or rescue operation. An American flag is visible mounted on the boat's console.
    An aerial photograph captures a large explosion on the open ocean surface, with orange flames and dark smoke rising from the water. A military helicopter, identifiable as a UH-1Y Venom or similar rotary-wing aircraft, is visible in the foreground right. A large naval vessel, appearing to be an amphibious transport dock ship, is visible in the background beyond the explosion.
    A gray coast guard vessel ('Guardacostas') is shown at sea with personnel visible on deck and a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) alongside. Multiple individuals in what appear to be life vests or rescue gear are gathered at the vessel's side, suggesting a rescue or boarding operation in progress. The sea conditions appear moderately rough with visible wave action.

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