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A group of about 10 service members wearing camouflage uniforms, helmets, and tactical vests exit from the tailgate of a helicopter into a field during daytime.

Chinook Exit

A U.S. Army aviation crew chief directs Panamanian Servicio Nacional Aeronaval search and rescue team members to exit a U.S. Army CH-47 Chinook helicopter at Cerro Tigre, Panama, during Exercise Panamax 2026, Aug. 11, 2026. The exercise helps the defense and public security forces of participating nations improve interoperability, hone operational skills and forge strong partnerships.

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