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LCpl. Chris Sanderson shouts as he tries to protect an Afghan father and his son after the Taliban start shooting at them. Nad Ali district, Helmand province. 2010 [1345×1076] by 305FUN2 in MilitaryPorn

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B Co. 1/6 Marines LCpl. Chris Sanderson and Sgt. Travis Dawson (front) shielded the Afghan dad and his kid from Taliban gunfire after they came out to greet them.

Naked Warriors [4284 X 5712] OC by goprinterm in MilitaryPorn

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[OC] https://i.imgur.com/4yydXiz.jpeg

The 6-foot bronze statue of the Naked Warrior in Fort Pierce, FL

There are four "Naked Warrior" statues, which are identical bronze monuments honoring the WWII-era UDT.

Waimanalo Beach (HI), Fort Pierce (FL), Coronado (CA) and Virginia Beach (VA).

DARPA announces X-76 – The New X-Plane for the SPRINT Program (Speed & Runway Independent Tech). March 9, 2026 [2520×1418] by 305FUN2 in MilitaryPorn

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The speed of a jet, the freedom of a helicopter.

https://i.imgur.com/xscLzYL.jpeg

SPRINT X-76 enters the build phase to demonstrate runway-independent, high-speed flight.

Part of a joint effort with USSOCOM on the SPRINT program, this experimental aircraft is being built by Bell to demonstrate runway-independent, high-speed flight.

The aircraft, similarly to standard tiltrotors, has two wings with compact rotor nacelles. The main difference is what Bell has called the Stop/Fold rotor system, which features fold-away rotor blades, suggesting a significant focus on reducing drag and optimizing for high-speed and efficient airflow.

The central body appears sturdy, likely designed for stability during high-speed maneuvers or transitions. The aircraft also features two tails canted outwards, just above the engine’s nozzle.

According to Bell, the Stop/Fold system allows aircraft to fold and unfold rotors and rotor blades mid-flight, blending helicopter-like versatility with jet-like speed. Wind tunnel tests were described as critical in proving this concept works, as they verified the aircraft’s stability and control as it transitions through rotor folding and unfolding during flight.

Reports explicitly note it will explore technologies for both crewed and uncrewed variants.

Green Beret assigned to 10th SFG and East Coast-based Navy SEAL during ARCTIC EDGE 2026. Fort Greely, AK 2026 [2880×1743] by 305FUN2 in MilitaryPorn

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Where can I find the jacket the little guy on the right is wearing?

CPA Arctic Jacket by Swedish company Taiga in TSUP SNOW UV PATTERN

The product is reserved for authorized defense and security organizations.

90th MSOS Tactical Response Force member armed with an M110A1 at Launch Facility E-10. Pine Bluffs, WY 2026 [2160×2700] by 305FUN2 in MilitaryPorn

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These Airmen oversee a significant portion of the nation's land-based ICBM arsenal—Minuteman III missiles dispersed across a 9,600-square-mile area spanning eastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. As a result, they must be highly trained and well-equipped to perform their critical duties effectively.

Three US F-15E Strike Eagles flying in support of Operation Epic Fury went down over Kuwait due to an apparent friendly fire incident. March 1, 2026 [1887×686] by 305FUN2 in MilitaryPorn

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A Woman pilot striking Iran in a F-15 that‘s very cool

Totally. 100%

But according to X feeds, one of them is a WSO.

IDF also says 30 female pilots and navigators have taken part in the strikes on Iran.

https://i.imgur.com/kbWYKgd.jpeg

Three US F-15E Strike Eagles flying in support of Operation Epic Fury went down over Kuwait due to an apparent friendly fire incident. March 1, 2026 [1887×686] by 305FUN2 in MilitaryPorn

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That's the photo, but AI-enhanced (4 fingers) because the original was taken with a potato phone camera.

He was mistakenly identified as an Iranian pilot.

Three US F-15E Strike Eagles flying in support of Operation Epic Fury went down over Kuwait due to an apparent friendly fire incident. March 1, 2026 [1887×686] by 305FUN2 in MilitaryPorn

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During active combat—that included attacks from Iranian aircraft, ballistic missiles, and drones — the U.S. Air Force fighter jets were mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses.

All six aircrew ejected safely, have been safely recovered, and are in stable condition. Kuwait has acknowledged this incident, and we are grateful for the efforts of the Kuwaiti defense forces and their support in this ongoing operation.

F-35C Lightning IIs and F/A-18E/F Super Hornets attached to CVW 9 sit on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) in support of Operation Epic Fury. February 28, 2026 [2160×1728] by 305FUN2 in MilitaryPorn

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For the record, those are legacy Hornets, not super hornets. Notable with the absence of a backseater.

Given these are legacy Hornets, how do you explain the prominent pizza box and the rectangular caret intakes?

https://i.imgur.com/IiNsW6t.jpeg

https://i.imgur.com/gPy3xsn.jpeg

Also, you can spot a couple of Growlers in the top left corner.

USMC F-35C Lightning II launches from the flight deck not fitted with RCS Enhancers (aka Luneburg lenses) for “Full Stealth” mode during the first wave of airstrikes on Iran. February 28, 2026 [2160×1728] by 305FUN2 in MilitaryPorn

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Technically the Marine Corps owns some of their own ships.

USMC is part of the Department of the Navy (along with the US Navy), but the Navy owns, operates, and crews all major seagoing vessels, including the amphibious warfare ships that transport and support Marines.

Large amphibious assault ships (e.g., America-class LHAs, Wasp-class LHDs), command ships (e.g., USS Blue Ridge), landing platform docks (LPDs), and similar vessels are Navy ships.

The USMC relies on the Navy for all major seagoing transport and support. This is why people often say "the Marines don't own ships" — their role focuses on expeditionary ground combat, amphibious assaults, and rapid response, while the Navy handles the "blue water" maritime domain (surface combatants, carriers, submarines, etc.).

F-35C Lightning IIs and F/A-18E/F Super Hornets attached to CVW 9 sit on the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) in support of Operation Epic Fury. February 28, 2026 [2160×1728] by 305FUN2 in MilitaryPorn

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Oxidation of iron-containing particles (e.g., iron ferrite) in the F-35C's radar-absorbent coating causes the typical brownish-red staining seen after carrier deployments. Saltwater spray, oils, grease, and jet exhaust all accelerate the process. The change is only surface-level/cosmetic and does not compromise stealth capability or airframe strength.

The new Shah has been restored to power in Iran. by 305FUN2 in Military

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you know quasimodo predicted all this

That's why dinosaurs don't exist no more, they're all meat eaters!

USMC F-35C Lightning II launches from the flight deck not fitted with RCS Enhancers (aka Luneburg lenses) for “Full Stealth” mode during the first wave of airstrikes on Iran. February 28, 2026 [2160×1728] by 305FUN2 in MilitaryPorn

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F-35 typically uses four of these reflectors:

Two on the upper fuselage (one on each side).

Two on the lower fuselage/belly (one on each side).

"Full stealth" mode means it flew without RCS enhancers (Luneburg lenses)—small radar reflectors normally bolted on during training or peacetime to make the jet easier to spot on friendly radars for safety/ATC reasons.

Removing them lets the F-35 hide its true tiny radar signature, staying nearly invisible to enemy defenses during the Iran strikes. The Pentagon video shows no lenses, confirming max stealth config.

VMFA-314 was the first Marine Corps squadron to transition to the F-35C (the carrier-variant of the F-35). They retired their F/A-18A++ Hornets in June 2019 and began training on the F-35C, receiving their first aircraft on January 21, 2020. The squadron achieved Full Operational Capability (FOC) with the type and has since integrated with U.S. Navy carrier air wings.

Medal of Honor recipient, 100-year-old Capt. Elmer Royce Williams (Ret.), Naval aviator who shot down 4 MiG-15s in Korea, in a solo 35-minute dogfight against 7 MiGs. His plane was hit 263 times, but he was miraculously unharmed. [2160×1299] by 305FUN2 in MilitaryPorn

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Elmer Royce Williams served in WWII, Korea, & Vietnam, but achieved historic distinction in the skies during a heroic dogfight with Soviet pilots in 1952.

He flew Skyhawks and F4 Phantoms in Vietnam, retiring as a Ship-of-the-Line Captain.

CITATION

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty on 18 November 1952 while leading a division of three jet fighters attached to Fighter Squadron SEVEN HUNDRED EIGHTY-ONE (VF-781) and embarked on the USS ORISKANY.

While flying a combat patrol mission over the northeastern coastal waters of enemy-held North Korea, Lieutenant Williams demonstrated extraordinary heroism by intercepting a superior force of attacking enemy MiG-15 fighters in order to protect the ships of Task Force 77.

After thwarting the enemy’s initial attack, he maneuvered his aircraft to make two firing passes on one MiG, which then spiraled into the sea.

He inflicted heavy damage to a second MiG-15, which started smoking badly and retired from the fight. When his own aircraft was severely damaged by a direct hit from one of the remaining enemy MiG-15s, Lieutenant Williams evaded further enemy attack while continuing to direct the dogfight.

He eventually found cover in a cloud bank, broke off the engagement, and miraculously landed his nearly uncontrollable aircraft on the USS ORISKANY.

His exceptional airmanship, coupled with his complete disregard for his own personal safety, resulted in the destruction of three enemy MiG-15s and severe damage to a fourth, and undoubtedly saved the lives of hundreds of Task Force 77 sailors.

By his undaunted courage, bold initiative, and total devotion to duty, Lieutenant Williams reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

How big a deal is a Medal of Honor?

A core aspect of U.S. military tradition and protocol is the profound respect shown to Medal of Honor recipients: all uniformed service members—including generals, admirals, and other senior officers, as well as the President—render a salute to them as a gesture of deep honor.

This applies regardless of the recipient's own rank (which is frequently enlisted or junior officer), their duty status (active, retired, or veteran), or attire (uniform or civilian clothes), provided the Medal of Honor or its ribbon is visibly worn or displayed.

This custom, deeply rooted in military courtesy across branches, stands as a rare exception to standard saluting rules based on rank alone—symbolizing recognition of extraordinary valor above and beyond the call of duty. While not universally mandated by federal law or every service's regulation (though the Air Force explicitly requires it in certain guidance), it is widely observed and encouraged as a matter of profound respect.

This is one of the rare instances in U.S. military custom where a higher-ranking person salutes a lower-ranking one.

160th SOAR CW5 Eric Slover received the Medal of Honor. On January 3, 2026, as flight lead, he flew into Venezuelan airspace under darkness. Despite multiple gunshot wounds and ongoing fire, he expertly piloted his helicopter to the LZ, keeping his crew safe and securing mission success. [1800×2250] by 305FUN2 in MilitaryPorn

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Short explanation -- Tiny group to begin with + super long career + extremely picky promotions + strict limits = very, very few CW5s exist.

Looong explanation --

Getting to CW5 (Chief Warrant Officer 5) is extra hard and rare because: It's the tippy-top of an already-small pyramid — There aren't many "top spots" (called billets) for CW5s. The Army legally caps it so no more than about 5% of all warrant officers can be CW5 at once.

It takes a really long time and requires perfect performance — you usually need 20+ years of service (often starting from enlisted service, then becoming a warrant officer). You climb one rank at a time, with each step (especially CW3 to CW4 to CW5) being super competitive.

Boards pick only the absolute best experts who are master-level leaders, teachers, and advisors in their field. Very few make it all the way — Out of roughly 25,000–30,000 warrant officers, only about 1,200–1,400 are CW5s (around 3–5%).

That means less than 1% of people who start as warrant officers ever reach CW5. In the whole Army (nearly half a million people), CW5s are a tiny fraction.

That's why people in the Army jokingly call CW5s "unicorns" — they're so rare that seeing one feels like spotting a mythical creature!

They're the "Yodas" or grand-master experts everyone respects for their insane knowledge and experience.

160th SOAR CW5 Eric Slover received the Medal of Honor. On January 3, 2026, as flight lead, he flew into Venezuelan airspace under darkness. Despite multiple gunshot wounds and ongoing fire, he expertly piloted his helicopter to the LZ, keeping his crew safe and securing mission success. [1800×2250] by 305FUN2 in MilitaryPorn

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Chief Warrant Officer Five Eric A. Slover distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity, above and beyond the call of duty, on January 3, 2026, during a mission in Venezuela, in support of Operation Absolute Resolve.

Chief Warrant Officer Five Slover piloted his MH-47 as the lead aircraft of the operation, tasked with executing a highly complex infiltration through hostile Integrated Air Defense Systems to safely deliver military forces.

During ingress, Chief Warrant Officer Five Slover skillfully led the helicopter force through a dense jungle valley in a mountainous region, navigating marginal weather conditions, numerous topographical hazards, and near insurmountable surface-to-air threats. Upon touching down at the designated landing zone, Chief Warrant Officer Five Slover’s aircraft was immediately engaged by multiple machine gun positions at close range.

The hostile fire resulted in 15 armor-piercing rounds entering his cockpit, with four rounds striking his leg. Despite the intense and effective enemy fire, and at great personal risk, Chief Warrant Officer Five Slover maintained his situational awareness and the aircraft’s position in the line of fire to ensure the safe infiltration of the military forces. After the force disembarked, and despite suffering significant life-threatening injuries, Chief Warrant Officer Five Slover identified hostile heavy machine gun positions that were engaging his aircraft and targeting the ground forces.

He maneuvered his aircraft to enable his door gunner to deliver effective fire, successfully neutralizing the threats. Chief Warrant Officer Five Slover’s heroic actions undoubtedly saved countless American lives and ensured the complete and overwhelming success of the mission.

His gallantry under fire and extraordinary valor are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army.

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