RF2KEBGG7–The sun warms the side of a US Marine Corps CH-53 Sea Stallion helicopter at the 2022 Miramar Airshow in San Diego, California.
RM2NH5TJX–MARINE CORPS TRAINING AREA BELLOWS, Hawaii (July 18, 2022) U.S. Marines with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division and Australian Army Soldiers launch a combat rubber raiding craft for helo-cast training during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, at Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, Hawaii, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique trainin
RME1MD0P–A Coast Guard K-9 handler with the Marine Safety and Security Team in Galveston, Texas and his dog are lowered to boat from a C
RM2KEXEMT–Members of 15th Brigade, Japan Ground Self Defense Force (JGSDF), conduct fast rope operations during a training event at Camp Naha, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 6, 2022. 15th Helo Unit conducted aviation training, which coincided with the JGSDF 15th Brigade's 12th Anniversary. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Dalton J. Payne)
RMKK4F82–Marine Corps Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, speaks with Army Command Sgt. Maj. John W. Troxell, senior enlisted advisor to the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, during a helo ride aboard an MH-60 Blackhawk above Seoul, Republic of Korea, Oct. 28, 2017. (DOD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Dominique A. Pineiro)
RM2M9GA66–The Marines of Third Reconnaissance Battalion (3D RECON), 3D Marine Division, Okinawa, Japan, look over their gear before a helecopter reaches the landing zone (LZ), where it will be loaded with the Combat Rubber Reconnaissance Craft (CRRC) and a team of Marines during helo-cast training. Base: Camp Schwab Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: 3rd Recon BN
RM2GH1R8H–U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Viet Tran, pilot, Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 363, reviews the flight operation itinerary, Camp Bastion, Helmand province, Afghanistan, Jan. 5, 2012. HMH-363 conducted flight operations in support of troops throughout the Helmand province.
RMCW8GTM–Irish coastguard Sigorsky S-61N landed in a field
RME5E6AY–July 23, 2014 - Los Angeles, California, U.S - Marine One --- Marine One on the tarmac at LAX on Wednesday July 23, 2014. Sikorsky's SH-3 Sea King helicopter has been in use by the US Marine Corps' HMX-1 squadron as the first choice for Marine One since not long after it was placed in service by the US Navy in 1961. The familiar metallic green with white top Sea King is transported, along with the presidential limousine and other large equipment via a set of several C-17 Boeing Globemaster transport aircraft operated by the US Air Force. US Navy specifications allow for the rotors to fold b
RF2JNY59B–HM Coastguard S-92 and AW189 departing from the The Royal International Air Tattoo 2022
RF2KA2NBF–US Marines watch an H-53 Sea Stallion bring a vehicle to the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) demonstration rehearsal at the 2022 Miramar Airshow
RM2NH5TJK–MARINE CORPS TRAINING AREA BELLOWS, Hawaii (July 18, 2022) U.S. Marines with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division and Australian Army Soldiers pull a combat rubber raiding craft onto the beach for helo-cast training during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, at Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, Hawaii, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a u
RMDEXKXX–United Kingdom Army Air Corps Westland Lynx battlefield helicopter lands on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is the flagship for the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and, with the embarked 26th Marine Expedit
RM2A1TC6T–The Red Bull company conducts a wingsuit and aerobatic helo demonstration at the 2019 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Airshow on MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 28. This year's air show honors first responders by featuring several performances and displays that highlight the first responders and their accomplishments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Raynaldo Ramos)
RMKK4F85–Marine Corps Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, speaks with Army Command Sgt. Maj. John W. Troxell, senior enlisted advisor to the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, during a helo ride aboard an MH-60 Blackhawk above Seoul, Republic of Korea, Oct. 28, 2017. (DOD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Dominique A. Pineiro)
RM2M9GA5T–Third Reconnaissance Battalion, Third Marine Division, Okinawa, Japan, conducts helo-cast training. At a rate of about one Marine per second, the Marines of 3D RECON, 3D MAR DIV, cast out into the water. The helo, A CH-46E Sea Knight, moves at a speed of about 7-10 ft a second and only ten feet about the water. Base: Camp Schwab Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: 3rd Recon BN
RM2GH1RA9–U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Jeremy Miller, crew chief, Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 363 (HMH-363), secures equipment after use, Camp Bastion, Helmand province, Afghanistan, Jan. 5. Marines of HMH-363 secure the equipment to ensure accountability and the safeguard of gear.
RMCW8GTJ–Irish coastguard Sigorsky S-61N landed in a field
RME5E6B5–July 23, 2014 - Los Angeles, California, U.S - Marine One --- Marine One on the tarmac at LAX on Wednesday July 23, 2014, alongside news photographers waiting for the arrival of President Barack Obama. Sikorsky's SH-3 Sea King helicopter has been in use by the US Marine Corps' HMX-1 squadron as the first choice for Marine One since not long after it was placed in service by the US Navy in 1961. The familiar metallic green with white top Sea King is transported, along with the presidential limousine and other large equipment via a set of several C-17 Boeing Globemaster transport aircraft oper
RF2K8B19Y–An H-53 Sea Stallion brings a vehicle to the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) demonstration at the 2022 Miramar Airshow in San Diego, California.
RM2KR2YEH–U.S. Marine Corps Maj. James Everett, operations officer with Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), center, Maj. Matthew Wesenberg, assistant operations officer with MAG-36, left, and Maj. Nobuhiro Nagaishi, operations officer with 15th Helo Unit, examine a CH-47 helicopter assigned to 15th Helo Unit, Japan Ground Self Defense Force (JGSDF) at Camp Naha, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 6, 2022. 15th Helo Unit conducted aviation training, which coincided with the JGSDF 15th Brigade's 12th Anniversary.
RMDEXKY0–United Kingdom Army Air Corps Westland Lynx battlefield helicopter lands on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is the flagship for the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and, with the embarked 26th Marine Expedit
RM2A1TC73–The Red Bull company conducts a wingsuit and aerobatic helo demonstration at the 2019 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Airshow on MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 28. This year's air show honors first responders by featuring several performances and displays that highlight the first responders and their accomplishments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Raynaldo Ramos)
RMKK4F8R–Marine Corps Gen. Joseph F. Dunford Jr., chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, speaks with Army Command Sgt. Maj. John W. Troxell, senior enlisted advisor to the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, during a helo ride aboard an MH-60 Blackhawk above Seoul, Republic of Korea, Oct. 28, 2017. (DOD photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Dominique A. Pineiro)
RM2M9P367–US Marine Corps (USMC) Captain (CAPT) Justin W. Eggstaff and First Lieutenant (1LT) Matt Sticksel, pilots from Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 369 (HMLA-369), Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Camp Pendleton, California, fly an AH-1W Super Cobra over the helo pads to clear it of sand, at Ali Asleem Air Base, Kuwait, during Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. (Substandard image). Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Ali Al Salem Air Base Country: Kuwait (KWT)
RM2GH1RA6–U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Jeremy Miller, crew chief, Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 363 (HMH-363), secures equipment after use, Camp Bastion, Helmand province, Afghanistan, Jan. 5. Marines of HMH-363 secure the equipment to ensure accountability and the safeguard of gear.
RMCW8GWK–Irish coastguard Sigorsky S-61N
RME5E6BM–July 23, 2014 - Los Angeles, California, U.S - Marine One --- Marine One on the tarmac at LAX on Wednesday July 23, 2014, as a Marine Sergeant from HMX-1 makes an inspection. Sikorsky's SH-3 Sea King helicopter has been in use by the US Marine Corps' HMX-1 squadron as the first choice for Marine One since not long after it was placed in service by the US Navy in 1961. The familiar metallic green with white top Sea King is transported, along with the presidential limousine and other large equipment via a set of several C-17 Boeing Globemaster transport aircraft operated by the US Air Force.
RF2TBR6E5–Two unidentified US Marines with the Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) under an F-16 Falcon and CH-53 Sea Stallion helicopters at America's Airshow
RM2NH5NTK–MARINE CORPS TRAINING AREA BELLOWS, Hawaii (July 18, 2022) An Australian Army Soldier prepares to launch combat rubber raiding craft during helo-cast training for Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensur
RME1MD4H–U.S. Marines with the 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldiers fa
RM2A1TC74–The Red Bull company conducts a wingsuit and aerobatic helo demonstration at the 2019 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Airshow on MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 28. This year's air show honors first responders by featuring several performances and displays that highlight the first responders and their accomplishments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Pruitt)
RM2T51NM2–0801191644L-164 DJIBOUTI, Africa (Jan. 19, 2008) A CH-53 Sea Stallion, assigned to Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 464, based at Marine Corps Air Station, Jacksonville, N.C., prepares to refuel while deployed as part of Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, based at Camp Lemonier. U.S. Air Force
RM2M8M1DR–US Army CH-47s ferry in British Royal Marine Land Rovers during the helo insertion to Drop Zone Luzon near Fort Bragg N.C., where the British Royal Marines along with U.S. Marines from 1ST Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, and 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment were to conclude the CJTFEX '96. Subject Operation/Series: Combined Joint Training Field Exercise (CJTFEX) 96 Base: Camp Mckall State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA)
RM2GH1RA4–U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Jeremy Miller (foreground), crew chief, Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 363 (HMH-363), secures equipment after use, Camp Bastion, Helmand province, Afghanistan, Jan. 5. Marines of HMH-363 secure the equipment to ensure accountability and the safeguard of gear.
RMCW8GWD–Irish coastguard Sigorsky S-61N
RME5E6B3–July 23, 2014 - Los Angeles, California, U.S - Marine One --- Marine One on the tarmac at LAX on Wednesday July 23, 2014, as two Secret Service Agents confer before the arrival of President Barack Obama. Sikorsky's SH-3 Sea King helicopter has been in use by the US Marine Corps' HMX-1 squadron as the first choice for Marine One since not long after it was placed in service by the US Navy in 1961. The familiar metallic green with white top Sea King is transported, along with the presidential limousine and other large equipment via a set of several C-17 Boeing Globemaster transport aircraft op
RF2WDMJ0R–The rotor of a US Marince Corps CH-53 Sea Stallion helicopter on display America's Airshow 2023 in Miramar, California.
RM2NH5NWK–MARINE CORPS TRAINING AREA BELLOWS, Hawaii (July 18, 2022) An Australian Army Soldier starts the engine to launch a combat rubber raiding craft during helo-cast training as part of Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants
RME1JTAM–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey aircraft assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 266 (Reinforced), 26th Marine Exp
RMT70MAE–A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter takes off during helo casting drills at Del Mar Beach, Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Pendleton, California, May 1, 2019. MCB Camp Pendleton’s coastal beaches are a vital piece in providing standardized training for all amphibious units’ training requirements to ensure mission readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl.Noah Rudash)
RM2T536F7–0910288132M-171 U.S. 5th FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 28, 2009) A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 263 (Reinforced) lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during routine flight operations. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group is conducting maritime security operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.
RM2M8NN49–Six US Marine CH-53Es conduct a long range Helo raid, from the USS BONHOMME RICHARD, USS RICHARD and the USS ESSEX (both ships not shown), fly in with Southern Attack Force Marines to defend the airfield. The ship in the background appears to be the Converted Raleigh Class, Command Ship, USS LE SALLE (AGF-3). While minefield breach assault continues below, during rehearsals for Kernel Blitz '99. Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '99 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)
RM2GH1R9Y–U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Kevin Hayles, pilot, Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 363 (HMH-363), reviews the flight operation itinerary, Camp Bastion, Helmand province, Afghanistan, Jan. 5. HMH-363 conducted flight operations in support of troops throughout the Helmand province.
RFCW8GWA–Searchglight on the Irish coastguard Sigorsky S-61N
RME5E6B8–July 23, 2014 - Los Angeles, California, U.S - Marine One --- A Marine One Escort warms up along side Air Force One after the arrival of President Obama at LAX on Wednesday July 23, 2014. Sikorsky's SH-3 Sea King helicopter has been in use by the US Marine Corps' HMX-1 squadron as the first choice for Marine One since not long after it was placed in service by the US Navy in 1961. The familiar metallic green with white top Sea King is transported, along with the presidential limousine and other large equipment via a set of several C-17 Boeing Globemaster transport aircraft operated by the US
RF2T8BRFW–A V-22 Osprey hovers, on a cloudy day, at America's Airshow 2023 in Miramar, California.
RM2NH5NWF–MARINE CORPS TRAINING AREA BELLOWS, Hawaii (July 18, 2022) U.S. Marines with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division and Australian Army Soldiers launch combat rubber raiding craft during helo-cast training for Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining coop
RMDEXJEG–A Westland Lynx battlefield helicopter assigned to United Kingdom’s Army Air Corps lands on the flight deck of the USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) while conducting landing qualifications, at sea, Sept. 15, 2013. The 26th MEU is a Marine Air-Ground Task Force forwar
RMMA5P2K–A Marine with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit conducts radio operations during a helo-borne raid during Amphibious Integration Training on Ie Shima, Okinawa, Japan, March 26, 2018. Radio operators are trained in ground electronics maintenance, tactical communications and air control/anti-air warfare. The 31st MEU and Amphibious Squadron 11 conduct AIT in preparation for Certification Exercise and to ensure readiness for crisis response throughout the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bernadette Wildes/Released)
RM2T53962–0910243925A-001 JAVA SEA (Oct. 24, 2009) Sailors aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Cleveland (LPD 7) signal to the pilot of a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 166 that the chock and chains have been removed and the aircraft is ready for flight. Cleveland is part of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group and is transiting the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.
RM2M8MYMF–A Marine from Charlie Company, 1ST Battalion, 6th Marines, manuevers a Gator while preparing to assist a stuck HTTV (Helo Transportable Tactical Vehicle) at the MOUT (Military Operations in Urban Terrain) facility during LOE 1 (Limited Objective Experiment 1), which is part of the Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory's URBAN WARRIOR series. The Gator has a water cooled diesel engine, and a payload of 1400 pounds. Subject Operation/Series: URBAN WARRIOR Base: Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA)
RM2GH1R9W–U.S. Marines of Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 363 (HMH-363), unload supplies from a CH-53D Sea Stallion helicopter, Lashkar Gah, Helmand province, Afghanistan, Jan. 5. HMH-363 conducted flight operations in support of troops throughout the Helmand province.
RMCW8GRT–Irish coastguard Sigorsky S-61N in flight
RME5E6BD–July 23, 2014 - Los Angeles, California, U.S - Marine One --- A Marine One Escort warms up along side Air Force One after the arrival of President Obama at LAX on Wednesday July 23, 2014.Sikorsky's SH-3 Sea King helicopter has been in use by the US Marine Corps' HMX-1 squadron as the first choice for Marine One since not long after it was placed in service by the US Navy in 1961. The familiar metallic green with white top Sea King is transported, along with the presidential limousine and other large equipment via a set of several C-17 Boeing Globemaster transport aircraft operated by the US A
RF2T8BRFX–A V-22 Osprey hovers, on a cloudy day, at America's Airshow 2023 in Miramar, California.
RM2NH5NWT–MARINE CORPS TRAINING AREA BELLOWS, Hawaii (July 18, 2022) A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion participates during a helo-cast training exercise during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring t
RMDEXJE7–A Westland Lynx battlefield helicopter assigned to United Kingdom’s Army Air Corps lands on the flight deck of the USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) while conducting landing qualifications, at sea, Sept. 15, 2013. The 26th MEU is a Marine Air-Ground Task Force forwar
RMMA5P2G–Marines with Alpha Company, Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, ride in an MRZR Tactical Warfighting all-terrain vehicle during a helo-borne raid during Amphibious Integration Training on Ie Shima, Okinawa, Japan, March 26, 2018. BLT 1/1 is the Ground Combat Element of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit. The 31st MEU and Amphibious Squadron 11 conduct AIT in preparation for Certification Exercise and to ensure readiness for crisis response throughout the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bernadette Wildes/Released)
RM2T536FG–0910288132M-044 U.S. 5th FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 28, 2009) A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 263 (Reinforced) takes off from the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during routine flight operations. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group is conducting maritime security operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.
RM2M8GA92–A view of helicopters parked on the fore end of the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS GUADALCANAL (LPH-7). In the foreground is a SH-2F Sea Sprite helicopter of Light Helicopter Squadron 32 (HSL-32). Above that is the ship's own helo, a UH-1N Iroquois 'Huey' affectionately known as 'Candy Cane'. Five CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 263 (HMM-263) complete the deck spot. The ship is taking part in winter operations as part of NATO Exercise Teamwork '92. Subject Operation/Series: TEAMWORK '92 Base: Trondheim Fjord Country: Norway (NOR)
RM2GH1R9N–U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Jeremy Miller, crew chief, Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 363 (HMH-363), secures gear for transport, Camp Bastion, Helmand province, Afghanistan, Jan. 5. HMH-363 conducted flight operations in support of troops throughout the Helmand province.
RME5E6BF–July 23, 2014 - Los Angeles, California, U.S - Marine One --- US Marines from HMX-1 hold their position alongside Marine One after receiving President Barack Obama on board at LAX on Wednesday July 23, 2014. Sikorsky's SH-3 Sea King helicopter has been in use by the US Marine Corps' HMX-1 squadron as the first choice for Marine One since not long after it was placed in service by the US Navy in 1961. The familiar metallic green with white top Sea King is transported, along with the presidential limousine and other large equipment via a set of several C-17 Boeing Globemaster transport aircraf
RF2KA2NBN–Crowds tour an H-53 Sea Stallion on display at the 2022 Miramar Airshow in San Diego, California.
RM2NH5NX5–MARINE CORPS TRAINING AREA BELLOWS, Hawaii (July 18, 2022) A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion participates in a helo-cast training exercise during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the s
RMDEXJE2–A Westland Lynx battlefield helicopter assigned to United Kingdom’s Army Air Corps lands on the flight deck of the USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) while conducting landing qualifications, at sea, Sept. 15, 2013. The 26th MEU is a Marine Air-Ground Task Force forwar
RM2JHNW2T–MARINE CORPS TRAINING AREA BELLOWS, Hawaii (July 18, 2022) A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion participates in a helo-cast training exercise during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the s
RM2T536G6–0910288132M-261 U.S. 5th FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Oct. 28, 2009) A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 263 (Reinforced) takes off from the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during routine flight operations. The Bataan Amphibious Ready Group is conducting maritime security operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.
RM2TA2AKE–Marines take cover at the Khe Sanh helo pad during the Vietnam war as mortar rounds rain down. The photograph captures the tense moments faced by American military personnel stationed at combat bases in the midst of the conflict.
RM2GH1TCB–Lance Cpl. Juan C. Vargas, is an aviation electronics technician with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267, deployed out of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif. Vargas, a native of Phoenix. Ariz., is currently deployed to Camp Bastion, Afghanistan. Vargas said he joined the Marine Corps to travel to different locations around the world.
RME5E6C0–July 23, 2014 - Los Angeles, California, U.S - Marine One --- A Marine One Escort warms up along side Air Force One after the arrival of President Obama at LAX on Wednesday July 23, 2014. Sikorsky's SH-3 Sea King helicopter has been in use by the US Marine Corps' HMX-1 squadron as the first choice for Marine One since not long after it was placed in service by the US Navy in 1961. The familiar metallic green with white top Sea King is transported, along with the presidential limousine and other large equipment via a set of several C-17 Boeing Globemaster transport aircraft operated by the US
RF2WDMHWX–Red Bull's Aerobatic Helicopter flown by pilot Aaron Fitzgerald at America's Airshow 2023 in Miramar, California.
RM2NH5NWX–MARINE CORPS TRAINING AREA BELLOWS, Hawaii (July 18, 2022) U.S. Marines with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division and Australian Army Soldiers launch combat rubber raiding craft during helo-cast training for Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining coop
RMD43AKA–Helo Over Stadium
RM2JHNW2H–MARINE CORPS TRAINING AREA BELLOWS, Hawaii (July 18, 2022) A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion participates during a helo-cast training exercise during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring t
RM2T526WG–0711261831S-104 BANGLADESH (Nov. 26, 2007) A member of the Bangladesh Army helps unload bags of purified water from a CH-46 Sea Knight assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge and the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit are providing humanitarian aid to the victims of Cyclone Sidr, which tore through Bangladesh Nov. 15. The Department of Defense effort is part of a larger United States response coordinated by the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Agency for International Development. U.S. Navy
RM2TA36ED–Unidentified Karine rifleman carries a baby to a helo from the Marina Madium Helicopter Squadron (1)-161 during the evacuation of American civilians from the city of Dalang. The evacuation was prompted by civil unrest. This photograph was taken on April 11, 1966 by LCpl P.E. Johnson.
RM2GH1R88–U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Madison DeLoach (right), aids Cpl. Zachary Hughes secure a plate carrier, Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 363, Camp Bastion, Helmand province, Afghanistan, Jan. 5, 2011. HMH-363 conducted flight operations in support of troops throughout the Helmand province.
RME5E6BC–July 23, 2014 - Los Angeles, California, U.S - Marine One --- Marine One on the tarmac at LAX on Wednesday July 23, 2014, taxis past a Secret Service Agent. Sikorsky's SH-3 Sea King helicopter has been in use by the US Marine Corps' HMX-1 squadron as the first choice for Marine One since not long after it was placed in service by the US Navy in 1961. The familiar metallic green with white top Sea King is transported, along with the presidential limousine and other large equipment via a set of several C-17 Boeing Globemaster transport aircraft operated by the US Air Force. US Navy specificati
RF2WDMHWY–Red Bull's Aerobatic Helicopter flown by pilot Aaron Fitzgerald at America's Airshow 2023 in Miramar, California.
RM2NH5NWC–MARINE CORPS TRAINING AREA BELLOWS, Hawaii (July 18, 2022) U.S. Marines with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division and Australian Army Soldiers launch combat rubber raiding craft during helo-cast training for Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining coop
RMD43A4R–Helo & Boat
RM2HTN878–U.S Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), board an MV-22B Osprey before conducting a helo-cast training exercise, aboard amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), Feb. 17, 2022. The training exercise consisted of Marines jumping out of a low altitude CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter into the water, then climbing aboard an inflatable, motorized aircraft. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend
RMM5HPP5–The amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) steams through the Atlantic Ocean. The Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in Europe and the Middle East. The Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group embarks the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit and includes Iwo Jima, the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21), the dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51), Fleet Surgical Team 8, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 28, Tactical Air Control Squadron 22, components of Naval Beach Group 2 and the embarke
RM2TA3E80–Marines from the 9th Marine Regiment move through difficult terrain in Vietnam as they are transported by a Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron-262. Loaded with heavy gear and weapons, they were airlifted as the leading force for a mission west of Phu Bai. This official defense department photo was taken by Cpl. Jim De Witt in 1969.
RM2GH1REM–Pilots with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 352/152, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (Forward), here prepare for take off in their KC-130 'Hercules' super tanker, cargo airplane May 22. VMGR-352/152 pilots fly to multiple locations across Southern Afghanistan supporting International Security Assistance Forces.
RM2NT8P5H–Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, USA. 22nd Feb, 2023. U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit conduct different preparatory drills prior to conducting Underwater Egress Training (UET) on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, February. 22, 2023. UET provides service members with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to safely egress a submerged aircraft. Credit: U.S. Marines/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News
RF2WDMJ0K–Red Bull's Aerobatic Helicopter flown by pilot Aaron Fitzgerald at America's Airshow 2023 in Miramar, California.
RM2NH5NTC–MARINE CORPS TRAINING AREA BELLOWS, Hawaii (July 18, 2022) A U.S. Marine with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, bumps fists with an Australian Army Soldier during a helo-cast training exercise during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperat
RMEKG6GG–012511: Tucson, AZ - US Customs and Border Protection, Office of Air and Marine personnel conduct a pre-flight inspection on a Black Hawk helicopter. Donna Burton
RM2JHW8RB–MARINE CORPS TRAINING AREA BELLOWS, Hawaii (July 18, 2022) A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion participates in a helo-cast training during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, at Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, Hawaii, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among p
RMM5HHFY–ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 13, 2018) Sailors and Marines aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima use an aviation bridge crane to lower a tilt axis gearbox in the ship’s hangar bay. The Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in Europe and the Middle East. The Iwo Jima ARG embarks the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit and includes Iwo Jima, the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21), the dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51), Fleet Surgical Team 8, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 28, Tac
RM2TA2RH2–US Marines from Echo Company, Second Battalion, Third Marines securing a landing zone in Vietnam on July 17, 1968. They are shown moving into defensive positions after being dropped off 3,000 meters south of the designated landing zone to protect the area. (Defense Department Photo, Marine Corps, A191880)
RM2GH1R9D–U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Madison DeLoach, crew chief, Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 363 (HMH-363), observes the terrain during a routine flight operation, Helmand River Valley, Helmand province, Afghanistan, Jan. 5. HMH-363 conducted flight operations in support of troops throughout the Helmand province.
RF2WDMHWR–Red Bull's Aerobatic Helicopter flown by pilot Aaron Fitzgerald at America's Airshow 2023 in Miramar, California.
RM2NH5TJB–MARINE CORPS TRAINING AREA BELLOWS, Hawaii (July 18, 2022) A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion participates in a helo-cast training during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, at Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, Hawaii, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among p
RMDEXJEC–Sailors remove chains from a Westland Lynx battlefield helicopter assigned to United Kingdom’s Army Air Corps before taking off
RM2JHW8R7–MARINE CORPS TRAINING AREA BELLOWS, Hawaii (July 18, 2022) A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion participates in a helo-cast training during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, at Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, Hawaii, July 18. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among p
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