RMDA0230–124th Tactical Fighter Squadron - F-89J Scorpions and the first F-84F Thunderstreak
RM2GR7BW8–EASTERN PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 29, 2021) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Marqese Jones, from Fayetteville, N.C., assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) directs a MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter attached to the “Scorpions” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49 to ascend as part of a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) during UNITAS LXII, Sept. 29. UNITAS is the world’s longest-running maritime exercise. Hosted this year by Peru, it brings together multinational forces from 20 countries and includes 32 ships, four submarines, and 26 aircraft conducting op
RMDA100D–321st Fighter-Interceptor Squadron F-89J Scorpions Paine Air Force Base
RM2GP9XYP–EASTERN PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 27, 2021) Aviation Boatswain’s Airman Kevon Lamont-Anderson, from Cleburn, Texas, assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) directs a MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter attached to the “Scorpions” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49 to take off from flight deck during UNITAS LXII, Sept. 27, 2021. UNITAS is the world’s longest-running maritime exercise. Hosted this year by Peru, it brings together multinational forces from 20 countries and includes 32 ships, four submarines, and 26 aircraft conducting operations off the coast of
RMD5WW68–Northrop Grumman EA-6B 'Prowler', assigned to the 'Scorpions' of Electronic Attack Squadron 132.
RM2H0CPNW–U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Joseph Riofrio, aviation machinist’s mate assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron 132 at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington, converses during Red Flag 21-1 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 25, 2021. Known as the ‘Scorpions', the Sailors of the VAQ-132 provide electronic warfare in support of carrier air wings.
RMH4BP6D–Common scorpionfly, Panorpa communis, in flight
RM2GYM827–PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 28, 2020) Aviation Electrician’s Mate Airman Andrew Wilhite, right, from Menomonie, Wis., secures an MH-60R Sea Hawk, assigned to the “Scorpions” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49, to the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) Jan. 28, 2020. Rafael Peralta, part of the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group, is on a scheduled deployment to the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jason Isaacs)
RFA4XHMR–Common scorpion fly (Panorpa communis) male
RM2GYKJHX–PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 20, 2020) Aviation Electrician’s Mate 2nd Class Jonathan Ghee, from Killeen, Texas, brings an MH-60R Sea Hawk, assigned to the “Scorpions” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49, on to the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) Jan. 20, 2020. Rafael Peralta, part of the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group, is on a scheduled deployment to the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jason Isaacs)
RMD5W8NB–Northrop F-89 'Scorpions'
RM2KG2TRG–An aerial view of the Portland Air Force Base, Oregon Air National Guard Apron, home of the 142nd Fighter Group (Air Defense) circa 1962. Present are 25 F-89J Scorpions (at least three appear to be painted in “ADC gray”), four T-33A jet trainers and one VC-47 transport. Two single-aircraft alert shelters are seen at the upper right portion of the ramp, likely with alert F-89Js in them. The long building at the top of the photograph is an Oregon Army National Guard aviation facility, soon to be removed as the Reserve Apron construction was completed. (142nd Wing History Archive)
RM2HX5YBY–Double-Barrelled Superbooster -- Jumbo-sized exhaust pipes, housing afterburners, are attached to the twin-jet engines of the Air Force's new Northrop Scorpion F-89 all-weather interceptor. The afterburners, a comparatively new aircraft powerplant development, are expected to greatly increase the Scorpion's rate of climb. They are attached to jet engines to provide additional thrust for brief intervals the Scorpion is being inspected here at the Northrop plant at Hawthorne, calif. April 16, 1950
RM2GYKMDN–PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 21, 2020) Aviation Machinist’s Mate 2nd Class Jacob Burkindine, from Fresno, Calif., lowers the back wheel of an MH-60R Sea Hawk, assigned to the “Scorpions” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49, on the flight deck of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) Jan. 21, 2020. Rafael Peralta, part of the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group, is on a scheduled deployment to the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jason Isaacs)
RMM5HHCP–PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 12, 2018) Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class Benjamin Mones, from San Diego, conducts maintenance on an MH-60R Sea Hawk, assigned to the “Scorpions” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49, aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Sterett (DDG 104). Sterett is on a scheduled deployment to conduct operations in the Indo-Pacific region. It will also support the Wasp Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) in order to advance U.S. Pacific Fleet’s Up-Gunned ESG concept and will train with forward-deployed amphibious ships across all mission areas. (U.S.
RM2GP9XYA–EASTERN PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 27, 2021) Aviation Boatswain’s Airman Kevon Lamont-Anderson, from Cleburn, Texas, assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) directs Sailors to approach a MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter attached to the “Scorpions” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49 to chock and chain the aircraft to the flight deck during UNITAS LXII, Sept. 27, 2021. UNITAS is the world’s longest-running maritime exercise. Hosted this year by Peru, it brings together multinational forces from 20 countries and includes 32 ships, four submarines, and 26 aircr
RMH4BP6T–Common scorpionfly, Panorpa communis, in flight
RMD5Y1FG–Northrop F-89 'Scorpions'
RM2GYKMFY–PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 21, 2020) Aviation Machinist’s Mate 2nd Class Jacob Burkindine, from Fresno, Calif., removes corrosion from the engine bay cowling on an MH-60R Sea Hawk, assigned to the “Scorpions” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49, in the hangar bay aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) Jan. 21, 2020. Rafael Peralta, part of the Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group, is on a scheduled deployment to the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jason Isaacs)
RMR7PFP8–PACIFIC OCEAN (March 23, 2017) Aviation Electrician's Mate 2nd Class Christian Myers, from Bend, Ore., guides an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the 'Scorpions' of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49 into the hangar bay of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) while underway conducting a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) with the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment. COMPTUEX tests the mission-readiness of the strike group's assets through simulated real-world scenarios and their ability to perform as an in
RMHFE4NR–04107-N-2541H-001 Arabian Gulf (Sept. 6, 2004) - An Aviation Electronic Technician assigned to the 'Scorpions' of Electronic Attack Squadron One Three Two (VAQ-132) trouble shoots an APS-130 radar system in the hanger bay of the conventionally powered aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67). Kennedy and embarked Carrier Air Wing Seventeen (CVW-17) are currently on deployment in the 5th Fleet area of responsibility (AOR) in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF). U.S. Navy photo by Photographer’s Mate 3rd William Hiembuch (RELEASED) US Navy 041007-N-2541H-001 An Aviation Electronic Tech
RMHFDHEX–020724-N-2329T-004 At sea aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73) Jul. 24, 2002 --Aviation Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Heath Oelman from Ackley, IA, helps guide the launch bar onto the shuttle of catapult three as an EA-6B 'Prowler' assigned to the “Scorpions” from Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron One Three Two (VAQ 132) prepares to launch from the ship’s flight deck. The “Prowler” provides an umbrella of protection over strike aircraft, ground troops, and ships by jamming enemy radar, electronic data-links, and communications. The Norfolk, Va.-based aircraft carrier is on a six-month deplo
RMHFW68F–080129-N-7571S-007 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 29, 2008) An Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) directs an EA-6B Prowler, assigned to the 'Scorpions' of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 132, to a catapult for launch aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier Uss Roosevelt (CVN-71). Roosevelt is conducting carrier qualifications off the Virginia coast. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Snyder (Released) US Navy 080129-N-7571S-007 An Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) directs an EA-6B Prowler, assigned to the
RMHFBGW9–111209-N-ZF681-185 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 9, 2011) Aviation Electrician's Mate 1st Class Laine Cowderey, assigned to the Scorpions of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 49, relays a message over the ship’s general announcing system from the landing signal officer shack aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97). Halsey is on a scheduled deployment to the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Farrington/Released) - Official U.S. Navy Imagery - A Sailor relays a message over the ship%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%E2%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%
RM2GP9Y03–EASTERN PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept. 27, 2021) Aviation Boatswain’s Airman Kevon Lamont-Anderson, from Cleburn, Texas, assigned to amphibious transport dock ship USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) directs a MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter attached to the “Scorpions” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49 to land on the flight deck during UNITAS LXII, Sept. 27, 2021. UNITAS is the world’s longest-running maritime exercise. Hosted this year by Peru, it brings together multinational forces from 20 countries and includes 32 ships, four submarines, and 26 aircraft conducting operations off the coast of Lima
RMHFYXH6–110709-N-ZK021-004 OAK HARBOR, Wash. (July 9, 2011) Aviation Structural Mechanic 1st Class Ry Vansickle, from Wichita, Kan., assigned to the Scorpions of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 132, is greeted by family during a homecoming ceremony at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island following an eight-month expeditionary deployment supporting Operation New Dawn and Operations Odyssey Dawn and Unified Protector. VAQ-132 protected numerous U.S. and Coalition military assets and personnel in the U.S. Central Command and U.S. European Command areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communicati
RM2GYNM1J–EASTERN PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 6, 2021) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Kyro Lee, from Miami, assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) directs a MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter attached to the “Scorpions” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49 to take off while conducting flight quarters during UNITAS LXII, Oct 6, 2021. UNITAS is the world’s longest-running maritime exercise. Hosted this year by Peru, it brings together multinational forces from 20 countries and includes 32 ships, four submarines, and 26 aircraft conducting operations off the coast of Li
RMHFYNM1–110401-N-NG906-094 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 1, 2011) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Lawrence Carbonell, right, signals to an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Scorpions of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 49 aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during a vertical replenishment. Carbonell trained with Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Bryan Rice, left, on the proper use of hand signals to direct aircraft. George Washington departed from her forward operating port of Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka in response to the comp
RMH4BP6P–Common scorpionfly, Panorpa communis, in flight
RMHFCNH1–080422-N-1774D-081 RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil (April 22, 2008) Aviation Electronics Technician First Class Christopher Otto, assigned to the “Scorpions” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 132, paints a stairwell with a local boy during a community relations project. USS George Washington (CVN 73) departed Norfolk en route to Yokosuka, Japan, where it will replace the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) as the United States' forward deployed aircraft carrier. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Matthew Dickinson (Released) Painting in Rio de Janeiro 101362
RM2GKD3EJ–U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Brandon Becker, aviation machinist’s mate assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron 138 at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington, reverses an aircraft tug during Red Flag 21-2 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 17, 2021. Red Flag provides real-time war scenarios to test the readiness capabilities of U.S. military services and coalition forces.
RMD5W686–Northrop F-89 'Scorpions'
RMR7PFP9–PACIFIC OCEAN (March 23, 2017) Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Melshi Miclisse, from Palm Bay, Fla., chains down an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the 'Scorpions' of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49 in the hangar bay aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) while underway conducting a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) with the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment. COMPTUEX tests the mission-readiness of the strike group's assets through simulated real-world scenarios and their ability to p
RMH4BP70–Common scorpionfly, Panorpa communis, in flight
RM2GKD3FA–U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Nicholas Kipp, aviation electrician’s mate assigned to the Electronic Attack Squadron 138 at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington, poses for a photo during Red Flag 21-2 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 17, 2021. Red Flag prepares maintenance personnel and aircrews for deployment as they support numerous combat sorties within flying windows in this training environment.
RMD5Y1Y3–Northrop F-89 'Scorpions'
RMPXK9DA–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.
RMH4BP89–Common scorpionfly, Panorpa communis, in flight
RM2GKD3E8–U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Pauline Ramos, aviation machinist’s mate assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron 138 at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington, performs maintenance on an EA-18G Growler aircraft during Red Flag 21-2 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 17, 2021. Red Flag provides a thinking and evolving opposing force, which challenges participants to strengthen planning, communication and execution of missions.
RMD5Y1EG–Northrop F-89 'Scorpions'
RMHFDHG4–020726-N-2147L-002 At sea aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73) Jul. 26, 2002 -- Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate Ricardo Joseph from New York, NY, gives the thumbs-up signal as an EA-6B 'Prowler' assigned to the ÒScorpionsÓ from Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron One Three Two (VAQ 132) launches from the shipÕs flight deck. The Washington battle group is on a regularly-scheduled deployment conducting missions in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. U. S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Corey T. Lewis. (RELEASED) US Navy 020726-N-2147L-002 EA-6B Prowler receives signal for c
RMPEHEY0–150820-N-OK605-108 MISAWA, Japan (Aug. 20, 2015) Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Danelle Maldonado, from Los Angeles, and attached to the 'Scorpions' of Electronic Attack Squadron 132 (VAQ-132), stands by for an EA-18G Growler to head to the runway for takeoff. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Samuel Weldin/Released)
RMPXK9DH–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.
RMMPK6Y6–170323-N-MZ078-039 PACIFIC OCEAN (March 23, 2017) Aviation Electrician's Mate 2nd Class Christian Myers, from Bend, Ore., guides an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the 'Scorpions' of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49 into the hangar bay of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) while underway conducting a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) with the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment. COMPTUEX tests the mission-readiness of the strike group's assets through simulated real-world scenarios and their ability
RMMMEYH7–171028-N-MZ078-116 GULF OF ADEN (Oct. 28, 2017) Aviation Structural Maintenance Mechanic 2nd Class Melshi Miclisse, from Palm Bay, Fla., stencils an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the 'Scorpions' of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49 aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70). Lake Erie is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations to reassure allies and partners, and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo b
RMMPK6Y7–170323-N-MZ078-017 PACIFIC OCEAN (March 23, 2017) Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Melshi Miclisse, from Palm Bay, Fla., chains down an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the 'Scorpions' of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49 in the hangar bay aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) while underway conducting a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) with the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment. COMPTUEX tests the mission-readiness of the strike group's assets through simulated real-world scenarios an
RMMCCYAY–180212-N-FN963-0004 PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 12, 2018) Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class Benjamin Mones, from San Diego, conducts maintenance on an MH-60R Sea Hawk, assigned to the “Scorpions” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49, aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Sterett (DDG 104). Sterett is on a scheduled deployment to conduct operations in the Indo-Pacific region. It will also support the Wasp Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) in order to advance U.S. Pacific Fleet’s Up-Gunned ESG concept and will train with forward-deployed amphibious ships across all m
RMPEER1B–150812-N-OK605-002 MISAWA, Japan (Aug. 12, 2015) Aviation Structural Mechanic Equipment 2nd Class Alex Stults (right), from Springfield, Ill., and Aviation Structural Mechanic Equipment 3rd Class Karla Johnstun (left), from Rainier, Ore., both attached to the Scorpions of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 132, verify engine serial numbers on one of their EA18-G Growler fighter jets. VAQ-132 arrived at Misawa Air Base three weeks ago and will complete a six month deployment before returning to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Wash. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Sam
RMH4BP6F–Common scorpionfly, Panorpa communis, in flight
RMMRCFG8–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers, assigned to Bulldog Battery, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, along with 10th Mountain Combat Aviation Brigade, conduct sling load and air assault training with M777A2 Howitzers, during Saber Strike 2017, at Bemowo Piskie Training Area near Orzysz, Poland, June 7, 2017. Saber Strike17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperabilit
RMD5W634–Northrop F-89 'Scorpions'
RMPXK9D8–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.
RMH4BP7P–Common scorpionfly, Panorpa communis, in flight
RMMRCFGB–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers, assigned to Bulldog Battery, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, along with 10th Mountain Combat Aviation Brigade, conduct sling load and air assault training with M777A2 Howitzers, during Saber Strike 2017, at Bemowo Piskie Training Area near Orzysz, Poland, June 7, 2017. Saber Strike17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperabilit
RMD5Y1YR–Northrop F-89 'Scorpions'
RMPXK9DE–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.
RMH4BP7T–Common scorpionfly, Panorpa communis, in flight
RMMRCFF4–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers, assigned to Bulldog Battery, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, along with 10th Mountain Combat Aviation Brigade, conduct sling load and air assault training with M777A2 Howitzers, during Saber Strike 2017, at Bemowo Piskie Training Area near Orzysz, Poland, June 7, 2017. Saber Strike17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperabilit
RMD5Y1YK–Northrop F-89 'Scorpions'
RMPXK9DK–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.
RMH4BP6G–Common scorpionfly, Panorpa communis, in flight
RMMRCFGF–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers, assigned to Bulldog Battery, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, along with 10th Mountain Combat Aviation Brigade, conduct sling load and air assault training with M777A2 Howitzers, during Saber Strike 2017, at Bemowo Piskie Training Area near Orzysz, Poland, June 7, 2017. Saber Strike17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperabilit
RMPXK9D7–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.
RMH4BP98–Common scorpionfly, Panorpa communis, in flight
RMMRCFK9–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers, assigned to Bulldog Battery, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, along with 10th Mountain Combat Aviation Brigade, conduct sling load and air assault training with M777A2 Howitzers, during Saber Strike 2017, at Bemowo Piskie Training Area near Orzysz, Poland, June 7, 2017. Saber Strike17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperabilit
RMD5WHC9–Northrop F-89C 'Scorpions' of the 107th FIS, Michigan ANG.
RMPXK9DD–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.
RMH4BP69–Common scorpionfly, Panorpa communis, in flight
RMMRCFG7–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers, assigned to Bulldog Battery, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, along with 10th Mountain Combat Aviation Brigade, conduct sling load and air assault training with M777A2 Howitzers, during Saber Strike 2017, at Bemowo Piskie Training Area near Orzysz, Poland, June 7, 2017. Saber Strike17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperabilit
RMD5XF3B–Northrop F-89D-45-NO 'Scorpions' of the 59th FS, Goose Bay, Labrador.
RMPXK9DF–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.
RMH4BP87–Common scorpionfly, Panorpa communis, in flight
RMMRCFGG–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers, assigned to Bulldog Battery, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, along with 10th Mountain Combat Aviation Brigade, conduct sling load and air assault training with M777A2 Howitzers, during Saber Strike 2017, at Bemowo Piskie Training Area near Orzysz, Poland, June 7, 2017. Saber Strike17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperabilit
RMH4BP4Y–Common scorpionfly, Panorpa communis, in flight
RMD5XYC7–Sunday Punch, Brand new Northrop F-89 'Scorpions', Hawthorne, California, 1952.
RMPXK9DC–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.
RMMRCFH7–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers, assigned to Bulldog Battery, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, along with 10th Mountain Combat Aviation Brigade, conduct sling load and air assault training with M777A2 Howitzers, during Saber Strike 2017, at Bemowo Piskie Training Area near Orzysz, Poland, June 7, 2017. Saber Strike17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperabilit
RMH4BP39–Common scorpionfly, Panorpa communis, in flight
RMH4BP6N–Common scorpionfly, Panorpa communis, in flight
RMD5WH79–Northrop F-89D-45-NO 'Scorpions' of the 59th FIS, Goose Bay AB, Labrador.
RMH46YHG–Common scorpion fly, Panorpa communis, in flight,
RMPXKCTG–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.
RMMRCFFW–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers, assigned to Bulldog Battery, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, along with 10th Mountain Combat Aviation Brigade, conduct sling load and air assault training with M777A2 Howitzers, during Saber Strike 2017, at Bemowo Piskie Training Area near Orzysz, Poland, June 7, 2017. Saber Strike17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperabilit
RMH483MD–Common scorpion fly, Panorpa communis, in flight,
RMPXM3GW–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.
RMMRCFFY–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers, assigned to Bulldog Battery, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, along with 10th Mountain Combat Aviation Brigade, conduct sling load and air assault training with M777A2 Howitzers, during Saber Strike 2017, at Bemowo Piskie Training Area near Orzysz, Poland, June 7, 2017. Saber Strike17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperabilit
RMPXM3JK–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.
RMMRCFH1–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers, assigned to Bulldog Battery, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, along with 10th Mountain Combat Aviation Brigade, conduct sling load and air assault training with M777A2 Howitzers, during Saber Strike 2017, at Bemowo Piskie Training Area near Orzysz, Poland, June 7, 2017. Saber Strike17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperabilit
RMMRJ32E–A U.S. attack helicopter with the 3rd Battalion, 10th Aviation Regiment, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, 10th Mountain Division, approaches the river crossing site to reinforce the Battle Groups movement during Exercise Iron Wolf, a component of Saber Strike 17, in Rukla, Lithuania June 20, 2017. The key objectives for Exercise Iron Wolf 2017 are training and exercising multiple NATO eFP Battle Groups with the focus on promoting interoperability amongst Allies and partners. Each multinational and robust eFP Battle Group stationed in Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland are part of an ongoing co
RMMRCFH4–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers, assigned to Bulldog Battery, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, along with 10th Mountain Combat Aviation Brigade, conduct sling load and air assault training with M777A2 Howitzers, during Saber Strike 2017, at Bemowo Piskie Training Area near Orzysz, Poland, June 7, 2017. Saber Strike17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperabilit
RMPXM3HD–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.
RMMRE52K–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct sling load training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area June 7 during Saber Strike 17. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specia
RMMREBDK–Rotary Wings TrainingU.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Inform
RMPXM3H5–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.
RMMRCFHT–Battle Group Poland U.S. Solders, assigned to Bulldog Battery, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, along with 10th Mountain Combat Aviation Brigade, conduct sling load and air assault training with M777A2 Howitzers, during Saber Strike 2017, at Bemowo Piskie Training Area near Orzysz, Poland, June 7, 2017. Saber Strike17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence- oriented training designed to improve interoperabilit
RMPXM3G2–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.
RMMRCFJB–Battle Group Poland U.S. Solders, assigned to Bulldog Battery, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, along with 10th Mountain Combat Aviation Brigade, conduct sling load and air assault training with M777A2 Howitzers, during Saber Strike 2017, at Bemowo Piskie Training Area near Orzysz, Poland, June 7, 2017. Saber Strike17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence- oriented training designed to improve interoperabilit
RMPXM3M3–Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers conduct air assault training with 10th Combat Aviation Brigade's CH-47 and UH-60 helicopters at Rostki Helipad near the Bemowo Piskie Training Area during Saber Strike 17 June 6. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.
RMMRCFJ0–Battle Group Poland U.S. Solders, assigned to Bulldog Battery, 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, along with 10th Mountain Combat Aviation Brigade, conduct sling load and air assault training with M777A2 Howitzers, during Saber Strike 2017, at Bemowo Piskie Training Area near Orzysz, Poland, June 7, 2017. Saber Strike17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence- oriented training designed to improve interoperabilit
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