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Jul 22, 2026

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Noah Hiedcavage, from Pennsylvania, a fixed-wing aircraft loadmaster with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252, Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, prepares for aviation-delivered ground refueling training during a Marine Corps Combat Readiness Evaluation at Yuma International Airport, Yuma, Arizona, July 16, 2026. Marines with VMGR-252 trained alongside Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 266 and elements of the U.S. Air Force to increase expeditionary capabilities, refine aircrew proficiency and ensure combat readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacsive Betancourt)

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Canon EOS R

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RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM

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35/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/160

ISO

8000

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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CAMERA

Canon EOS R

LENS

RF70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM

APERTURE

35/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/160

ISO

8000

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