While flying over the ocean off the coast of San Diego, an MV-22B Osprey from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161 receives fuel from a KC-130J Hercules from Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 352 May 12. In-flight refueling allows the Osprey to stay airborne longer, and pilots are able to provide extended or long-range capabilities to support troops on the ground. This is an advantage the Osprey has over its predecessor, the CH-46E Sea Knight.
Date Taken: | 05.12.2011 |
Date Posted: | 05.25.2011 12:01 |
Photo ID: | 406687 |
VIRIN: | 110512-M-8472D-001 |
Resolution: | 4000x3000 |
Size: | 4.28 MB |
Location: | SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, US |
Web Views: | 182 |
Downloads: | 11 |
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