Courtesy Photo | 109th Air Wing | 12.23.2025
A U.S. Air Force Airman monitors a LC-130 Skibird while it offloads cargo at the South Pole Station, Antarctica. The New York National Guard's 109th Airlift Wing flies the LC-130 in support of Operation Deep Freeze, supporting the National Science Foundation in Antarctica. The LC-130 Skibird is a variant of the C-130 Hercules aircraft, the Skibird is the only heavy airlift in the world......
Courtesy Photo | 109th Air Wing | 12.23.2025
A LC-130 Skibird takes off in Antarctica. The New York National Guard's 109th Airlift Wing flies the LC-130 in support of Operation Deep Freeze, supporting the National Science Foundation in Antarctica. The LC-130 Skibird is a variant of the C-130 Hercules aircraft, the Skibird is the only heavy airlift in the world equipped with skis to land on snow and ice. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by......
Courtesy Photo | 109th Air Wing | 12.11.2025
Air National Guard Capt. Jacob Reisler and Tech. Sgt. Jacob Walen, members of the 109th Airlift Wing, refuel a LC-130 Hercules at the Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station, Antarctica, Dec. 11, 2025. The 109th Airlift Wing operates the largest aircraft in the world capable of landing on snow and ice using skis. (Courtesy photo by Air National Guard Lt. Col. Jacob Papp)...
Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Komlan Adjassem | Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 3 | 12.06.2025
251206-N-GP248-3616 ANTARCTICA, McMurdo Station (Dec. 06, 2025) Congratulations to Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class First name, Harlan BRYANT (Hometown) on earning the Seabee Combat Warfare (SCW) pin! This milestone reflects the dedication, tactical knowledge, and mission readiness required to serve as part of the Navy’s premier expeditionary construction force. NMCB 3 is Homeported out of Port......
Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Komlan Adjassem | Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 3 | 11.30.2025
251130-N-GP248-3225 ANTARCTICA, McMurdo Station, Nuclear Power Plant Pad (Nov. 30, 2025) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Bryant reenlists while deployed to McMurdo Station in support of Operation Deep Freeze, standing on the historic PM-3A nuclear power plant pad originally constructed by Navy Seabees in 1962. His continued service reflects the enduring Navy legacy on the Ice. NMCB 3 is Homeported......
Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Komlan Adjassem | Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 3 | 11.27.2025
251127-N-GP248-3607, ANTARCTICA, McMurdo Station, Hut Point (Nov. 27, 2025) Steelworker 2nd Class Eric, SMART (Chicago, Illinois) reenlists in the U.S. Navy while deployed to McMurdo Station in support of Operation Deep Freeze, reaffirming his dedication to service in one of the most challenging environments on the planet. NMCB 3 is Homeported out of Port Hueneme, training on high-quality......
Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Komlan Adjassem | Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 3 | 11.09.2025
Seabees from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 3, Detachment Antarctica, conducted hands-on training assembling a Mabey Johnson Bridge (MJB) on a ramp as part of their preparation for their upcoming deployment to Antarctica. Held in support of Operation Deep Freeze, the exercise strengthened the team’s technical proficiency and teamwork while reinforcing bridge assembly procedures......
Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Komlan Adjassem | Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 3 | 11.08.2025
Precision, skill, and grit on the Ice! Certified Seabee Steelworkers at McMurdo Station use exothermic cutting and expert welding to keep the mission moving forward. Their craftsmanship and dedication have impressed inspectors on site, proving that Seabees are certified, committed, and always mission-ready to build anywhere on Earth....
