U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kristin Louise Long/Released 260323-M-BU013-1101.JPG
Apr 10, 2026
U.S. Marines with 9th Communication Battalion, I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, board an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, during a deployment readiness air confidence operation at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, March 23, 2026. DRACOs enable Marines to enhance combat readiness through aviation movement rehearsals, ensuring forces remain prepared to deploy and operate in support of Marine Air-Ground Task Force operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kristin Louise Long)
CAMERA
Canon EOS R5
LENS
RF28-70mm F2 L USM
APERTURE
71/10
SHUTTERSPEED
1/250
ISO
200
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