Images: Photo Essay: Gas station in the sky - 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit pushes the range of amphibious reach with aerial refueling capability [Image 28 of 31]
Photo by Gunnery Sgt. Chad Kiehl
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An MV-22B Osprey, right, and a KC-130J Hercules, both with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 261 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct aerial refueling training operations, Sept 23, 2012. The training consisted of MV-22B Ospreys and AV-8B Harriers conducting aerial refueling with the 24th MEU's KC-130J Hercules aircraft to practice the skills needed for long-range flight operations. The 24th MEU is deployed with the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group as a theater reserve and crisis response force for U.S. Central Command in the U.S. Navy's 5th Fleet area of responsibility.
Date Taken:09.23.2012
Date Posted:09.26.2012 01:43
Photo ID:672096
VIRIN:120923-M-RO494-111
Location:(UNDISCLOSED LOCATION)
Resolution:5512x3072
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