Nighttime Military Flight Operations

Dramatic nighttime photos of naval aircraft, highlighting flight deck operations, showcasing military readiness and modern technology.

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey aircraft with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 prepares to take off from the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7) while underway, June 25, 2022. VMM-262 is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners, and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey aircraft with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 prepares to take off from the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7) while underway, June 25, 2022. VMM-262 is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners, and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.