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An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122 taxis to the runway for a night flight during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 at Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia, Aug. 17, 2016. The flying squadron executed large force close air support, air interdiction, armed reconnaissance, and strike coordination and reconnaissance missions over the three week training evolution. The biennial, multinational exercise involves approximately 10 allied nations and prepares these forces for possible real-world scenarios. The bilateral effort amongst Exercise Pitch Black 2016 furthermore showcases the strength amongst various militaries and solidifies the relationship across the Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg)
| Date Taken: | 08.17.2016 |
| Date Posted: | 08.22.2016 20:40 |
| Photo ID: | 2808788 |
| VIRIN: | 160817-M-OH021-2438 |
| Resolution: | 5124x3468 |
| Size: | 5.46 MB |
| Location: | RAAF TINDAL, NORTHERN TERRITORY, AU |
| Web Views: | 78 |
| Downloads: | 15 |
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VMFA-122 completes Pitch Black qualified, ready
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