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THROUGH THE LENS: Combat King

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A pilot with the 211th Rescue Squadron, based at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, performs low-level proficiency training in a HC-130J Combat King II above the diverse Alaska landscape Sept.

A pilot with the 211th Rescue Squadron, based at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, performs low-level proficiency training in a HC-130J Combat King II above the diverse Alaska landscape Sept. 27. The 211th and 212th rescue squadrons provide search-and-rescue capabilities not only while deployed, but also in Alaska, and frequently rescue snowmachiners, hikers, and other individuals in need.

Senior Airman Javier Alvarez
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Photos by Senior Airman Javier Alvarez

The HC-130J is a version of the well-known C-130 Hercules tactical transport aircraft which has been specially modified and upgraded to perform combat search-and-rescue missions.

Alaska Air National Guard Airmen of the 211th Rescue Squadron prepare to taxi for takeoff at the flightline at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Sept. 27. Senior Airman Javier Alvarez
Alaska Air National Guard Airmen of the 211th Rescue Squadron prepare to taxi for takeoff at the flightline at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Sept. 27. Senior Airman Javier Alvarez
Airmen of the 211th Rescue Squadron, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, performed low-level proficiency training in a HC-130J Combat King II above the diverse Alaska landscape, Sept. 27. Senior Airman Javier Alvarez
Airmen of the 211th Rescue Squadron, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, performed low-level proficiency training in a HC-130J Combat King II above the diverse Alaska landscape, Sept. 27. Senior Airman Javier Alvarez
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