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230131-F-PM645-0009

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force paratroopers assigned to the 1st Airborne Brigade descend from a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron over JGSDF East Fuji Maneuver Area, Japan, during Airborne 23, Jan. 31, 2023. 300 JGSDF paratroopers performed a static-line jump from Nine U.S. Air Force C-130J’s, showcasing the strategic importance of engaging in joint airborne operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

PHOTO BY: Yasuo Osakabe
VIRIN: 230131-F-PM645-0009.JPG
FULL SIZE: 1.31 MB
Additional Details

CAMERA

NIKON D5

LENS

200.0-500.0 mm f/5.6

APERTURE

16

SHUTTERSPEED

1/500

ISO

200

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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