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Visitors observe a Royal Australian Air Force 77 Squadron F/A-18 Hornet during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 Open Day at Royal Australian Air Force Base Darwin, Australia, Aug. 13, 2016. This event showcased military aircraft participating in Pitch Black, provided tours, and shared knowledge and experiences to the local community, helping them gain a new perspective on the international and regional importance of Pitch Black. The biennial, multinational exercise involves approximately 10 allied nations and prepares these forces for possible real-world scenarios. The bilateral effort amongst Exerc
Visitors observe a Royal Australian Air Force 77 Squadron F/A-18 Hornet during Exercise Pitch Black 2016 Open Day at Royal Australian Air Force Base Darwin, Australia, Aug. 13, 2016. This event showcased military aircraft participating in Pitch Black, provided tours, and shared knowledge and experiences to the local community, helping them gain a new perspective on the international and regional importance of Pitch Black. The biennial, multinational exercise involves approximately 10 allied nations and prepares these forces for possible real-world scenarios. The bilateral effort amongst Exercise Pitch Black 2016 furthermore showcases the strength amongst various militaries and solidifies the relationship across the Pacific region. ( Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicole Zurbrugg)
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