U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Kevin Franco, an CH-53E aerial observer with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced), Marine Aircraft Group 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, observes from the back of a CH-53E Super Stallion as it conducts a familiarization flight in support of Marine Aviation Support Activity (MASA) 23 events in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Philippines, July 10, 2023. MASA is a bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the U.S. Marine Corps, aimed at enhancing interoperability and coordination focused on aviation-related capabilities. During MASA 23, Filipino and U.S. Marines conduct different training evolutions, including live-fire, air assaults, and subject matter expert exchanges across aviation, ground, and logistics capabilities. Franco is a Norwalk, Connecticut native. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sean A. Potter)
Date Taken: | 07.10.2023 |
Date Posted: | 07.14.2023 09:28 |
Photo ID: | 7912015 |
VIRIN: | 230710-M-TZ536-1358 |
Resolution: | 6720x4480 |
Size: | 8.1 MB |
Location: | PALAWAN, PH |
Web Views: | 84 |
Downloads: | 6 |
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