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    62d AW pioneers first sUAS training for C-17 inspections in AMC [Image 3 of 5]

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    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms are observed from behind, watching a small quadcopter drone hovering in an overcast sky. The drone appears to be a commercial-style quadcopter, possibly used for reconnaissance or training purposes. The image captures what appears to be a drone operation or training exercise.

    JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES

    09.02.2026

    Photo by Airman 1st Class Frederick Barnes 

    62d Airlift Wing

    A Skydio X10D small unmanned aircraft system hovers above U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Austen Russell, 62d Maintenance Group maintenance qualification training program instructor, left, and Senior Airman Haydan Davidson, 62d Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Sept. 2, 2026. Russell guided Davidson through different operations of the sUAS to further understanding of its capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Frederick Barnes)

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    Date Taken: 09.02.2026
    Date Posted: 09.14.2026 18:18
    Photo ID: 9935453
    VIRIN: 260902-F-EP543-1019
    Resolution: 5302x3535
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    Location: JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, WASHINGTON, US
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    Two U.S. Air Force personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are working with a commercial-style quadcopter drone on what appears to be an athletic field. The airman on the left, identified by name tape as 'Davidson,' is handling and preparing the drone, while the airman on the right holds a smartphone, likely for drone control or monitoring. The setting suggests a drone training or operational demonstration exercise.
    A military quadcopter drone sits on dry grass in the foreground while five personnel in camouflage uniforms stand in the background. Two of the personnel appear to be reviewing documents or operating a tablet/controller, while others observe. A white Toyota 4Runner SUV and equipment cases are visible behind the group.
    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms are observed from behind, watching a small quadcopter drone hovering in an overcast sky. The drone appears to be a commercial-style quadcopter, possibly used for reconnaissance or training purposes. The image captures what appears to be a drone operation or training exercise.
    A close-up front-facing photograph of a consumer or professional-grade quadcopter drone resting on a grass surface. The drone features a multi-sensor camera gimbal system with multiple lenses and LED lights visible on the front payload. The image is taken at ground level, providing a dramatic low-angle perspective of the aircraft.
    A person is interacting with a ruggedized tablet or military-grade computing device displaying a drone or UAV ground control station interface. The screen shows a satellite map view with GPS coordinates, flight path waypoints, and telemetry data. The device appears to be a Panasonic Toughbook or similar rugged field computer used for unmanned aerial vehicle operations.

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