Is taking pictures of police/military helicopters a good idea?
113049
I'm not in the military, so I can't speak to military aircraft, but taking a photograph of a police helicopter is part of the public domain.  The only exception would be if you're hindering their work...like if you are in the middle of where they want to land or shining a bright light into the cockpit.  \nOh, and you can't trespass into a restricted area to take a picture (i.e. police station, behind police tape, etc.)
1183865
Yes if the officer is trained in using it. No if it's for photo radar.
222418
http://www.defensereview.com/modules.php?name=Content&pa=showpage&pid=6 gives much clearer pictures
555576
Lol. well congrats on getting it. m fiance is in response and he loves it, well all except the paperwork.\nErm I'm split on the whole gun thing. I don't like the thought on the police relying on guns but then arguably they are more likely to be put in dangerous situations then the average Joe. And at the day they have other methods at their disposal such as CS gas, handcuffs and an asp (that name always makes me laugh).\nIt's just a case of not putting yourself in unessesary danger. Good luck.
1018384
Well i have one, at tickercentral.com you can put in your own pictures i did on for USMC for my bf deployment
837533
Go to a professional photographer - he/she will have ideas you never thought about.\n\nWe've had some great ones done - kids in the trees, all of us by some sea oats on a sand dune at the beach,  all of the kids piled onto my Harley by an American flag holding my college pennants, etc. (It really is as corny as it sounds, but we like it!)\n\nGo to a pro!
147575
to get people acclimated to military tactics in civilian applications here in americant. posse comitatus, fed cant use military against civilians. do police look like police or soldiers?\nhttp://weekendinterviewshow.com/InterviewDisplay.aspx?i=140\nhttp://www.philipdru.com/griffin3_stream.html
88878
YES!  It was cool!  \nI was on a business trip in Anchorage, Alaska when I drove around the corner and there he was walking down the middle of the road right in front of my hotel! (A common occurance there.) People had to pull off the road and stop and of course to take pictures.  I was so happy I had my camera!  I took 3 good pictures one right next to my drivers side car window!  He even sort of snorted at me. If I had known at the time how dangerous that was, I probably would've never gotten that close...but it was worth it as the picture looks great on my refrigerator!\n\n:)\nPeace!
553652
Dont listen to them, you can take pictures of anything you want as long as it is not "private property" which means you can not go on the store owners steps and snap pics without his or her permission.But you can stand on the "public" sidewalk or street to take your pic, And you can damn well take the pics of a statue those are bought with tax dollars.
528048
Bearded, my friend, you've stumped me.  I don't think they'd have a serious chance with or without a camera, but I'm not sure I get the question.  :-)
488916
No different than the use of traditional cameras.\n\nGenerally, nobody really cares unless you are working in an area that may contain classified materials.\n\nIn fact the Army is issuing digital cameras to squads in Iraq.  This way a soldier in the field can take a picture of something and transmit that picture electronically to the people who either need the information (or can tell him what he is looking at).
982460
Sure...you can always ask. many times, the police will just show you. They did the last time I was caught. The radar guns are calibrated regularly and are accurate within 5 km/h
23147
Unless you are actually there, you'll never get the full story. Reporters must have approval to run with military related information.\n\nThe military runs under their own set of rules for a reason. For one, the protect families and top secret information, battleplans, etc. We really wouldnt want reporters posting photos from war directly to the public. It would hurt morale. \n\nHowever, UN reporters might have a little more autonomy. Perhaps bloggers and the internet will change all this over time. But lets hope there is no more war. :)
341215
Of course not. What would you gain from telling that would be worth the risking your life for? Just take a picture and post it on the internet anonymously. ;)
1106720
As a 17 year veteran of the Security Business, I believe they feel threatened by us in that here are a bunch of untrained louts (which may have been true long ago) acting as Cop-wannabes. Police have a tendency to be a rather exclusive group, and they don't like any competition, and feel that they are the only ones to do the job of protecting the public and acting as a uniformed visible deterrence to crime. The difference is that we (Security Officers) protect private property, and the Police protect the public and public property. True, we don't take as extensive training as they do, and the reality is that some Provinces and States don't require any training at all. I live in British Columbia, Canada, and our initial and ongoing training is more extensive than most other Provinces. We don't carry any weapons, handcuffs or restraining devices, no pepper spray or taser devices and we don't wear any body armour, but are often expected to approach and restrain (until the Police arrive which could be 15 to 30 minutes where I am) the same dangerous criminals that the Police deal with, and they have all of the above equipment, including firearms, to protect themselves. I have been attacked by both unarmed and knife wielding assailants and luckily due to my extensive hand-to-hand combat training I have survived said assaults. So ultimately, I think it is jealousy and a "Good Ole' Boys" mentality that drives this attitude, and I mean no disrespect as I have a lot of respect for the Police and they do have to put up with some pretty horrific situations, that clearly has an effect on how they see the world around them. Not all Police officer think this way however and I have been at times both glad and disappointed at their response to our work. Chin up and be proud of what you do as we do provide a valuable service, and were created to fill a hole the Police were unable to as the crime rates increased and property crime was something they were no longer able to effectively deal with these crimes. Our Motto is "People, Property and Information" are the things we protect in that order without exception. Be Careful out there OK !!!!
758128
Most FOBs on Iraq have internet access and webcams allowed every place I've in in Iraq and Afghanistan and we were allowed to use them when we were on the FOB and off duty. Different units have different policies about IBA = individual body armor. In Iraq we wore ours 24-7 off the FOB but on the base we got out of them when ever we could. All Marines carry "rifles" the Army carries "weapons" and nobody uses a "gun" except artillery. As far as shiny finish on the weapons... could be oil after a cleaning. Although most should be showing some wear if they have been deployed for very long. The Marine uniforms aren't cheap, neither would a fake weapon. It would be a lot of expense just to go online and chat with. If there was more than one, which you indicated, I'd say there were the real deal and just not to bright. Something Marines have been accused of before. As for the person above asking for them to show their IDs. I would never show mine online.
462961
Check the phone numbers on their web site for a dept. that might fit what you are trying to accomplish. You could try the Media Police Relations and they can probably get you in contact with the right people to request it.