Door Gunner Collection

A crew chief mounts a M134 Minigun
August 20, 2014 - A crew chief mounts a M134 Minigun during a moving target exercise at the Yodaville Urban Target Complex, located in the Barry M. Goldwater Range, Arizona

A HH-60G Pave Hawk gunner fires his GAU-17 machine gun
An HH-60G Pave Hawk gunner of the 512th Rescue Squadron, fires his GAU-17/A during live fire exercises at the White Sands Missile Range, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico

U. S. Marine test firing an M240 heavy machine gun on the back of a MV-22B Osprey
Al Asad Air Base, Iraq, November 10, 2007 - U.S. Marine test fires a 240 Gulf heavy machine gun on the back of a MV-22B Osprey while flying on a mission over the Al Anbar Province of Iraq

A UH-1N Huey crew chief scans the ground while manning a. 50 caliber machine gun
Al Qaim, Iraq, June 4, 2005 - A UH-1N Huey crew chief scans the ground to find a target while practicing aerial gunnery from his.50 caliber machine gun

U. S. Marine checks out the GAU-16 / A Cal. 50 machine gun onboard his UH-1N Huey helicopter
U.S. Marine checks out the GAU-16/A Cal. 50 machine gun onboard his UH-1N Huey helicopter

A CH-47 Chinook prepares to land
January 9, 2011 - A CH-47 Chinook comes in for a landing to pick up soldiers following a mission to the Daymirdad District Center, Wardak province, Afghanistan

A Brazilian Air Force UH-60L Black Hawk at Natal Air Force Base, Brazil, during Cruzeiro Do Sul (Cruzex). Cruzex V is a multinational exercise encompassing real means from the Air Forces of

The Agusta A109, used by the Belgian Army

A crew chief aims the GAU-21. 50 caliber machine gun out the tail of a CH-53E Super
July 25, 2006 - A crew chief aims the GAU-21.50 caliber machine gun out the tail of the CH-53E Super Stallion during training near Yuma, Arizona

Crew cheif equipped with night vision goggles mans a M240G machine gun aboard a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter

A UH-60 Black Hawk door gunner manning a M240B machine gun, Tikrit, Iraq

A UH-60 Black Hawk taxis out for a mission over northern Iraq

Italian Army AB-205MEP utility helicopter in flight over Shindand, Afghanistan, in support of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) mission

A U. S. Air Force HH-60 Pavehawk comes in for a landing
April 10, 2009 - A U.S. Air Force HH-60 Pavehawk comes in for a landing during a proficiency exercise in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom

U. S. Marine provides aerial security from a CH-53E Supe Stallion
August 22, 2013 - U.S. Marine Corps gunner provides aerial security with a GAU-21.50 caliber machine gun inside a CH-53E Super Stallion over Helmand province, Afghanistan

High dynamic range image of a UH-60 Black Hawk gunner
A high dynamic range image of a UH-60 Black Hawk door gunner manning a M240G medium machine gun

An aerial gunner surveys the surrounding area during a combat mission in Afghanistan
October 10, 2011 - An aerial gunner surveys the surrounding area for possible insurgents during a combat resupply mission in Barge Matal in the northern Kunar Valley, Afghanistan. U.S

A UH-60 Black Hawk door gunner manning a M240G medium machine gun
A high dynamic range image of a UH-60 Black Hawk door gunner manning a M240G medium machine gun

An HH-60 Pave Hawk conducts casualty recovery training
April 13, 2012 - An HH-60 Pave Hawk conducts casualty recovery training at Plum Island, New York

Aviation Warfare Systems Operator fires a. 50 caliber machine gun
Pacific Ocean, February 14, 2005 - Aviation Warfare Systems Operator fires a.50 caliber machine gun at a flare during a force protection training exercise

A U. S. Marine Corps. door gunner aboard an MV-22 Osprey
April 17, 2011 - A U.S. Marine Corps door gunner aboard an MV-22 Osprey aircraft provides security as they depart Forward Operating Base Mirmandab in Gereshk district, Helmand province, Afghanistan

Helicopter and soldier approaching target in Vietnam, circa 1965

A Marine waits for dust to clear while sitting on a CH-53 Super Stallion
A Marine from Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 461 sits on the end of a ramp aboard a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter waiting for dust to clear during a training exercise near Camp Lemonnier

HDR image of a UH-60 Black Hawk door gunner manning a M240 machine gun
High dynamic range image of a UH-60 Black Hawk door gunner manning a M240B machine gun, Tikrit, Iraq

An aerial gunner waves goodbye from an HH-60G Pave Hawk
March 22, 2007 - An aerial gunner waves goodbye from the HH-60G Pave Hawk as it flies away with a full load of recovered pararescuemen during a dive recovery exercise in the Gulf of Mexico

A crew chief looks for suspicious activity while manning a machine gun aboard a helicopter
A crew chief looks out for suspicious activity or enemy fighters while manning one of the helicopters two machine guns

A UH-60 Blackhawk crew chief holds an M240G medium machine gun
March 7, 2006 - A UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter crew chief holds an M240G medium machine gun during a flight in the Al Anbar Province of Iraq

Soldier mans a. 50 caliber machine gun on an SH-60 Seahawk
Persian Gulf, December 31, 2004 a Aviation Warfare Systems Operator mans a.50 caliber machine gun while serving as a door gunner aboard an SH-60 Seahawk prior to taking off from the flight deck

A UH-60L Blackhawk door gunner mans a M-240G machine gun
Kunduz, Afghanistan - A UH-60L Blackhawk door gunner mans a M-240G machine gun

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"Guardians of the Skies: The Fearless Door Gunners" In the heart-pounding world of aerial warfare, door gunners stand as a formidable force, defending their aircraft and crew with unwavering courage. With adrenaline coursing through their veins, these skilled warriors unleash an onslaught of firepower from above. Aboard the HH-60G Pave Hawk, a door gunner takes aim with precision, unleashing rounds from his GAU-17 machine gun. Each shot echoes through the air as he defends against any threat that dares to challenge their mission. Meanwhile, a U. S. Marine perched on the back of an MV-22B Osprey tests his mettle by firing an M240 heavy machine gun. The powerful weapon roars to life under his control, showcasing both strength and skill in equal measure. Not far away, a crew chief expertly mounts an M134 Minigun onto his aircraft. Ready for action at a moment's notice, this fearsome weapon stands as a symbol of deterrence against those who would dare oppose them. High above ground level in a UH-1N Huey helicopter, another crew chief scans the terrain below while manning a. 50 caliber machine gun. Vigilant and focused amidst chaos, they ensure no enemy escapes their watchful eye. Captured in stunning HDR imagery is yet another scene - a UH-60 Black Hawk door gunner firmly gripping an M240 machine gun. As dusk settles over the horizon, this warrior remains steadfast in protecting those entrusted to their care. With unyielding dedication to duty and relentless training behind them, these brave souls check out their GAU-16/A Cal. 50 machine guns onboard UH-1N Hueys or prepare CH-47 Chinooks for landing – always ready for whatever challenges may arise. From Brazil's Natal Air Force Base to missions over northern Iraq - the UH-60 Black Hawk door gunners continue to leave their mark.