US Marine Corps Sea Stallion helicopter sets off aerial flares to distract potential missiles during a routine flight operation January 5, 2012 in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Marine pilots utilize flares ensuring the safety of the crew on-board and safe guarding the aircraft while in flight

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US Marine Corps Sea Stallion helicopter sets off aerial flares to distract potential missiles during a routine flight operation January 5, 2012 in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Marine pilots utilize flares ensuring the safety of the crew on-board and safe guarding the aircraft while in flight during poor visibility weather.

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Size: 5150px × 3433px
Location: Helmand, Afghanistan
Photo credit: © US Marines Photo / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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