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120209-N-PB383-647 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 9, 2012) A landing craft, air cushion (LCAC) assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5 approaches the well deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18), as a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Red Dragons of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 268 (Reinforced) prepares to take off from the ship's flight deck. New Orleans and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are deployed as part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dominique Pineiro/Released)
120209-N-PB383-647 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 9, 2012) A landing craft, air cushion (LCAC) assigned to Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5 approaches the well deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18), as a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Red Dragons of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 268 (Reinforced) prepares to take off from the ship's flight deck. New Orleans and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are deployed as part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dominique Pineiro/Released)
120209-N-PB383-465 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 9, 2012) A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Red Dragons of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 268 (Reinforced) departs the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are deployed as part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dominique Pineiro/Released)
120209-N-PB383-465 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 9, 2012) A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Red Dragons of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 268 (Reinforced) departs the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are deployed as part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dominique Pineiro/Released)
120208-N-ZZ999-013 SAN CLEMENTE ISLAND, Calif. (Feb. 8, 2012) Aviation boatswain's mates maneuver a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 365, the Purple Foxes, on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is participating in Iron Fist 2012, a training exercise between U.S. Marines and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force designed to increase interoperability and amphibious capabilities throughout the U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ian Campbell/Released)
120208-N-ZZ999-013 SAN CLEMENTE ISLAND, Calif. (Feb. 8, 2012) Aviation boatswain's mates maneuver a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 365, the Purple Foxes, on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is participating in Iron Fist 2012, a training exercise between U.S. Marines and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force designed to increase interoperability and amphibious capabilities throughout the U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ian Campbell/Released)
120208-N-KB563-471 PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2012) Marines from the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (15th MEU) board a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is participating in Iron Fist 2012, a training exercise between U.S. Marines and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force designed to increase interoperability and amphibious capabilities throughout the U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd
120208-N-KB563-471 PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 8, 2012) Marines from the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (15th MEU) board a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is participating in Iron Fist 2012, a training exercise between U.S. Marines and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force designed to increase interoperability and amphibious capabilities throughout the U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd
120201-N-PB383-376 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 1, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Amadou Diallo signals a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Red Dragons of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 268 (Reinforced) to turn off its engine on the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are deployed as part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dominique Pineiro/Released)
120201-N-PB383-376 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 1, 2012) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Amadou Diallo signals a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Red Dragons of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 268 (Reinforced) to turn off its engine on the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18). New Orleans and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are deployed as part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dominique Pineiro/Released)
120122-N-JO908-024 ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 22, 2012) Lance Cpl. Nicholas Attikal, assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU), performs maintenance on the cockpit of a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter on the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th MEU are deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Kory Alsberry/Released)
120122-N-JO908-024 ARABIAN SEA (Jan. 22, 2012) Lance Cpl. Nicholas Attikal, assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU), performs maintenance on the cockpit of a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter on the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th MEU are deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Kory Alsberry/Released)
<p> 111230-N-DX615-188 INDIAN OCEAN (Dec. 30, 2011) A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Red Dragons of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 268 Reinforced prepares to take off from the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) during night flight operations. Makin Island is on its first operational deployment conducting operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility in support of the Navy's Maritime Strategy. Makin Island is the Navy's newest amphibious assault ship and the only U.S. Navy ship with a hybrid electric propulsion system. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alan Gragg/Released)</p>

111230-N-DX615-188 INDIAN OCEAN (Dec. 30, 2011) A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Red Dragons of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 268 Reinforced prepares to take off from the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) during night flight operations. Makin Island is on its first operational deployment conducting operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility in support of the Navy's Maritime Strategy. Makin Island is the Navy's newest amphibious assault ship and the only U.S. Navy ship with a hybrid electric propulsion system. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alan Gragg/Released)

111220-N-XX999-168 FORT PICKETT, Va. (Dec. 20, 2011) U.S. Navy SEALs jump from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter during training near Fort Pickett. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Meranda Keller/Released)
111220-N-XX999-168 FORT PICKETT, Va. (Dec. 20, 2011) U.S. Navy SEALs jump from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter during training near Fort Pickett. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Meranda Keller/Released)
111209-N-ZR315-117 SANTO TOMAS, Guatemala (Dec. 9, 2011) U.S. Marines, assigned to Special Purpose Air Ground Task Force (SPMAGTF), prepare to hook support straps to the bottom of a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter. The Marines are supporting Amphibious-Southern Partnership Station 2012, an annual deployment of U.S naval assets in the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Isaiah Sellers III/Released)
111209-N-ZR315-117 SANTO TOMAS, Guatemala (Dec. 9, 2011) U.S. Marines, assigned to Special Purpose Air Ground Task Force (SPMAGTF), prepare to hook support straps to the bottom of a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter. The Marines are supporting Amphibious-Southern Partnership Station 2012, an annual deployment of U.S naval assets in the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Isaiah Sellers III/Released)
111123-N-PB383-138 PEARL HARBOR (Nov. 23, 2011) Staff Sgt. Carlos Ruiz conducts maintenance inside a Marine Corps CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 268 (Reinforced) as the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) departs Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. New Orleans and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are on deployment as part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dominique Pineiro/Released)
111123-N-PB383-138 PEARL HARBOR (Nov. 23, 2011) Staff Sgt. Carlos Ruiz conducts maintenance inside a Marine Corps CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 268 (Reinforced) as the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) departs Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. New Orleans and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are on deployment as part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dominique Pineiro/Released)
111116-N-PB383-291 PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 16, 2011) Marines conduct maintenance on a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Red Dragons of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 268 (Reinforced) on the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) during flight quarters. New Orleans and embarked Marines from the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are deployed as part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dominique Pineiro/Released)
111116-N-PB383-291 PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 16, 2011) Marines conduct maintenance on a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Red Dragons of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 268 (Reinforced) on the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) during flight quarters. New Orleans and embarked Marines from the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are deployed as part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dominique Pineiro/Released)
111016-A-ZZ999-003 MATUNTUGO, Colombia (Oct.16, 2011) A U.S. Marine Corps CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter embarks Marines for transportation from Matuntugo Colombia to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51). Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force (SPMAGTF) are in Matuntugo supporting Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 12, an annual deployment of U.S. military training teams to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility to conduct subject matter expert exchanges. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Juancarlos Paz/Released)
111016-A-ZZ999-003 MATUNTUGO, Colombia (Oct.16, 2011) A U.S. Marine Corps CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter embarks Marines for transportation from Matuntugo Colombia to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51). Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force (SPMAGTF) are in Matuntugo supporting Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 12, an annual deployment of U.S. military training teams to the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility to conduct subject matter expert exchanges. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Juancarlos Paz/Released)
111004-N-MW330-338 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 4, 2011) Marines assigned to the maritime raid force of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) fast-rope from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter during a visit, board, search and seizure drill aboard the forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown is part of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group and is conducting operations in the western Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Spencer Mickler/Released)
111004-N-MW330-338 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 4, 2011) Marines assigned to the maritime raid force of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU) fast-rope from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter during a visit, board, search and seizure drill aboard the forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42). Germantown is part of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group and is conducting operations in the western Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Spencer Mickler/Released)
110717-N-ZS026-142 GULF OF ADEN (July 17, 2011) CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 refuel on the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) during night flight operations. Boxer and the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) are underway supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Trevor Welsh/Released)
110717-N-ZS026-142 GULF OF ADEN (July 17, 2011) CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 refuel on the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) during night flight operations. Boxer and the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) are underway supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Trevor Welsh/Released)
110322-N-5538K-627 MIYAKO, Japan (March 22, 2011) Gunnery Sgt. Sam Carnes, left, and a member of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force direct the movement of humanitarian assistance and disaster relief supplies unloaded from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262, embarked aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2). Essex is operating off the coast of Hachinohe in northeastern Japan in support of Operation Tomodachi. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Casey H. Kyhl/Released)
110322-N-5538K-627 MIYAKO, Japan (March 22, 2011) Gunnery Sgt. Sam Carnes, left, and a member of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force direct the movement of humanitarian assistance and disaster relief supplies unloaded from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262, embarked aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2). Essex is operating off the coast of Hachinohe in northeastern Japan in support of Operation Tomodachi. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Casey H. Kyhl/Released)
110321-N-4743B-309 PACIFIC OCEAN (March 21, 2011) CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) prepare to deliver humanitarian assistance supplies in support of Operation Tomodachi. Essex and ships in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility are operating off the coast of Hachinohe in northeastern Japan supporting Operation Tomodachi. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Adam M. Bennett/Released)
110321-N-4743B-309 PACIFIC OCEAN (March 21, 2011) CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) prepare to deliver humanitarian assistance supplies in support of Operation Tomodachi. Essex and ships in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility are operating off the coast of Hachinohe in northeastern Japan supporting Operation Tomodachi. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Adam M. Bennett/Released)
110320-N-OB360-148 NORTHERN JAPAN (March 20, 2011) Marines and Japanese citizens form a chain near an evacuation center in Northern Japan to move relief supplies from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Dragons of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 265. HMM-265 is based at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, and is conducting humanitarian assistance missions in Northern Japan as part of Operation Tomodachi. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ben Farone/Released)
110320-N-OB360-148 NORTHERN JAPAN (March 20, 2011) Marines and Japanese citizens form a chain near an evacuation center in Northern Japan to move relief supplies from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Dragons of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 265. HMM-265 is based at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, and is conducting humanitarian assistance missions in Northern Japan as part of Operation Tomodachi. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ben Farone/Released)
110320-M-HU778-217 NAVAL AIR FACILITY ATSUGI, Japan (March 20, 2011) Sgt. Ryan M. James, rear right, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 265, and Japan Self-Defense Force service members unload bottled water for Japanese citizens affected by the earthquake and tsunami from the back of a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter. HMM-265 is based at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma on Okinawa, Japan, and is providing humanitarian assistance as directed in support of Operation Tomodachi. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ethan Johnson/Released)
110320-M-HU778-217 NAVAL AIR FACILITY ATSUGI, Japan (March 20, 2011) Sgt. Ryan M. James, rear right, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 265, and Japan Self-Defense Force service members unload bottled water for Japanese citizens affected by the earthquake and tsunami from the back of a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter. HMM-265 is based at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma on Okinawa, Japan, and is providing humanitarian assistance as directed in support of Operation Tomodachi. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Ethan Johnson/Released)
A Marine with Company C., Battalion Landing Team 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, provides security for his squad as they fast rope from a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st MEU, at Landing Zone Hansen here, Feb. 7. As part of the remain behind element while the rest of BLT 1/4 is deployed in support of Cobra Gold 2012 in the Kingdom of Thailand, the Marines are making the most of the time to further enhance their training in preparation for their upcoming deployment. The 31st MEU is the only continuously forward-deployed MEU and remains the nation's force in readiness in the Asia-Pacific region.
A Marine with Company C., Battalion Landing Team 1st Battalion, 4th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, provides security for his squad as they fast rope from a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st MEU, at Landing Zone Hansen here, Feb. 7. As part of the remain behind element while the rest of BLT 1/4 is deployed in support of Cobra Gold 2012 in the Kingdom of Thailand, the Marines are making the most of the time to further enhance their training in preparation for their upcoming deployment. The 31st MEU is the only continuously forward-deployed MEU and remains the nation's force in readiness in the Asia-Pacific region.
Two CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters prepare to take off for a night helocast training exercise at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 1. Marines from Company A, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division, helocasted with Japanese Rangers from the Japanese Ground Self Defense Force, as part of Exercise Iron Fist 2012, a bilateral training exercise between the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit and the JGSDF.
Two CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters prepare to take off for a night helocast training exercise at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Feb. 1. Marines from Company A, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division, helocasted with Japanese Rangers from the Japanese Ground Self Defense Force, as part of Exercise Iron Fist 2012, a bilateral training exercise between the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit and the JGSDF.
A Marine Helicopter Squadron One CH-46 Sea Knight sits on the Pentagon helicopter landing pad in Washington D.C., Dec. 14, 2011.
A Marine Helicopter Squadron One CH-46 Sea Knight sits on the Pentagon helicopter landing pad in Washington D.C., Dec. 14, 2011.
A Marine assigned to the Marine Corps Training Division at Expeditionary Warfare Training Group Pacific jumps from a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter, assigned to the Knightriders of Marine Medium Helicopter Training Squadron (HMMT) 164 during a training exercise. The exercise was the conclusion of the Infantry Company Small Boat Raid Course.
A Marine assigned to the Marine Corps Training Division at Expeditionary Warfare Training Group Pacific jumps from a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter, assigned to the Knightriders of Marine Medium Helicopter Training Squadron (HMMT) 164 during a training exercise. The exercise was the conclusion of the Infantry Company Small Boat Raid Course.
<p> Philippine children wave as a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 262 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit departs the site of the bilateral amphibious landing Oct. 10. Aboard the helicopter are U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st MEU, along with Philippine Marines, all who conducted the partner nation exercise. The bilateral training advances security cooperation between the two nations and prepares the forces for potential real-world scenarios. The 31st MEU remains always ready to respond to crises, and always faithful to assist where needed. (U.S. marine Corps photo by 1st Lt. Caleb D. Eames/Released)</p>

Philippine children wave as a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 262 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit departs the site of the bilateral amphibious landing Oct. 10. Aboard the helicopter are U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st MEU, along with Philippine Marines, all who conducted the partner nation exercise. The bilateral training advances security cooperation between the two nations and prepares the forces for potential real-world scenarios. The 31st MEU remains always ready to respond to crises, and always faithful to assist where needed. (U.S. marine Corps photo by 1st Lt. Caleb D. Eames/Released)

<p> Members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines prepare to load bags of rice into a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 262, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, during an initial bilateral relief assistance with participation from U.S. Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit. Members of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit conduct initial bilateral recovery efforts in Isabela Province, Republic of the Philippines Oct. 21. The Philippine government requested assistance from the 31st MEU after Super Typhoon Juan caused damage throughout the area. According to the Philippine National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, the storm has thus far left 19 dead and 24 injured, along with more than 11,000 people displaced and more than 330,000 people affected. The 31st MEU is positioned close to Northern Luzon to be available for assistance as needed. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan M. Johnson/Released)<br />  </p>

Members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines prepare to load bags of rice into a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 262, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, during an initial bilateral relief assistance with participation from U.S. Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit. Members of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit conduct initial bilateral recovery efforts in Isabela Province, Republic of the Philippines Oct. 21. The Philippine government requested assistance from the 31st MEU after Super Typhoon Juan caused damage throughout the area. According to the Philippine National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, the storm has thus far left 19 dead and 24 injured, along with more than 11,000 people displaced and more than 330,000 people affected. The 31st MEU is positioned close to Northern Luzon to be available for assistance as needed. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan M. Johnson/Released)
 

CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 774 deliver medical supplies during the Haiti phase of Continuing Promise 2010. The assigned medical and engineering staff embarked aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) will work with partner nation teams to provide medical, dental, veterinary, and engineering assistance in eight nations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jennifer Hunt/Released)
CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 774 deliver medical supplies during the Haiti phase of Continuing Promise 2010. The assigned medical and engineering staff embarked aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) will work with partner nation teams to provide medical, dental, veterinary, and engineering assistance in eight nations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jennifer Hunt/Released)
Philippine citizens, government volunteers and members of the Philippine Armed Forces unload bags of rice, water and supplies from a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter assigned to U.S. Marine Medium Helicopter (HMM) Squadron 265. The supplies are part of a collaborative relief effort between U.S. and Philippine Armed Forces to aid those affected by Super Typhoon Megi. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Terrence Siren/Released)
Philippine citizens, government volunteers and members of the Philippine Armed Forces unload bags of rice, water and supplies from a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter assigned to U.S. Marine Medium Helicopter (HMM) Squadron 265. The supplies are part of a collaborative relief effort between U.S. and Philippine Armed Forces to aid those affected by Super Typhoon Megi. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Terrence Siren/Released)
Guatemalan villagers watch as a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Wild Geese of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 774 departs their village after bringing military personnel and civilians from non-governmental organizations to provide humanitarian assistance. Iwo Jima is supporting the Continuing Promise 2010 humanitarian civic assistance mission. The assigned medical and engineering staff embarked aboard Iwo Jima will work with partner nation to provide medical, dental, veterinary, and engineering assistance in eight nations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 2nd Class Zane Ecklund/Released)
Guatemalan villagers watch as a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Wild Geese of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 774 departs their village after bringing military personnel and civilians from non-governmental organizations to provide humanitarian assistance. Iwo Jima is supporting the Continuing Promise 2010 humanitarian civic assistance mission. The assigned medical and engineering staff embarked aboard Iwo Jima will work with partner nation to provide medical, dental, veterinary, and engineering assistance in eight nations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 2nd Class Zane Ecklund/Released)
<p> CH-46E Sea Knight launches flares using the ALE-47 Countermeasures Dispenser System</p>

CH-46E Sea Knight launches flares using the ALE-47 Countermeasures Dispenser System

A U.S. Marine assigned to the Force Reconnaissance Platoon of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (15th MEU) jumps from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter during helicopter casting training as part of Marine Exercise (MAREX) 2010. The exercise began June 19 and is designed to provide training to the Indonesian military and build relationships that help maintain regional stability. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)
A U.S. Marine assigned to the Force Reconnaissance Platoon of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (15th MEU) jumps from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter during helicopter casting training as part of Marine Exercise (MAREX) 2010. The exercise began June 19 and is designed to provide training to the Indonesian military and build relationships that help maintain regional stability. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)
A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 774, embarked aboard the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7), conducts aerial damage assessments of Haiti after Hurricane Tomas made landfall. Iwo Jima is preparing to support the government of Haiti, the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Samuel R. Beyers/Released)
A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 774, embarked aboard the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7), conducts aerial damage assessments of Haiti after Hurricane Tomas made landfall. Iwo Jima is preparing to support the government of Haiti, the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Samuel R. Beyers/Released)
Aviation Boatswain's Mate 1st Class Roy Wiley signals to the pilots of a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter to take off from the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is continuing to conduct flight operations and work ups until the ship deploys early next year. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Anna Kiner/Released)
Aviation Boatswain's Mate 1st Class Roy Wiley signals to the pilots of a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter to take off from the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is continuing to conduct flight operations and work ups until the ship deploys early next year. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Anna Kiner/Released)
CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 165 (Reinforced) land aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Four helicopters from HMM-165 spent ten weeks in Pakistan assisting in humanitarian relief efforts after severe flooding. Peleliu is the command platform for the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ian Campbell/Released)
CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 165 (Reinforced) land aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Four helicopters from HMM-165 spent ten weeks in Pakistan assisting in humanitarian relief efforts after severe flooding. Peleliu is the command platform for the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ian Campbell/Released)
A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163, lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is underway off the coast of Southern California participating in a composite training unit exercise in preparation for deployment in early 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joseph M. Buliavac/Released)
A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163, lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is underway off the coast of Southern California participating in a composite training unit exercise in preparation for deployment in early 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joseph M. Buliavac/Released)
<p> Bangladeshi Citizens, help to offload food rations from a Marine CH-46E assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 166 (REIN), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC).</p>

Bangladeshi Citizens, help to offload food rations from a Marine CH-46E assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 166 (REIN), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC).

<p> Bangladeshi Citizens, offload food rations from a Marine CH-46E assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 166 (REIN), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC).</p>

Bangladeshi Citizens, offload food rations from a Marine CH-46E assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 166 (REIN), 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC).

<p> Members of the Philippine Army help U.S. Marines and Sailors, unload bottled water from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter as part of the relief effort being conducted at the request of the Philippine government.</p>

Members of the Philippine Army help U.S. Marines and Sailors, unload bottled water from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter as part of the relief effort being conducted at the request of the Philippine government.

<p> A Marine CH-46E helicopter assigned to the "Evil Eyes" of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 (REIN) lands aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18).</p>

A Marine CH-46E helicopter assigned to the "Evil Eyes" of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 (REIN) lands aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18).

<p> Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) embarked aboard the dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47) fast rope out of a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter onto the flight deck.</p>

Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) embarked aboard the dock landing ship USS Rushmore (LSD 47) fast rope out of a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter onto the flight deck.

<p> Marines from the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26th MEU) practice fast-rope techniques from a CH-46E Super Stallion from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 264 aboard the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7).</p>

Marines from the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26th MEU) practice fast-rope techniques from a CH-46E Super Stallion from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 264 aboard the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7).

<p> Marines perform fast-rope training exercises from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter onto the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5).</p>

Marines perform fast-rope training exercises from a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter onto the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5).

<p> Two CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262 lift off from the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) to support amphibious operations as part of Talisman Saber 2009 off the coast of Queensland, Australia.</p>

Two CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 262 lift off from the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) to support amphibious operations as part of Talisman Saber 2009 off the coast of Queensland, Australia.

<p> A Marine CH-46E helicopter assigned to the "Evil Eyes" of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 (REIN) lands aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18).</p>

A Marine CH-46E helicopter assigned to the "Evil Eyes" of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 (REIN) lands aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18).

<p> A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 264 takes off from the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7).</p>

A CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 264 takes off from the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7).

<p> CH-46E Sea Knight approaches Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Md.</p>

CH-46E Sea Knight approaches Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Md.

<p> Republic of Korea marines assault a landing zone from the United States Marine Corps CH-46E Sea Knights, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 265 (Reinforced), in the rice fields east of Manripo Beach, Republic of Korea, for Exercise Foal Eagle.</p>

Republic of Korea marines assault a landing zone from the United States Marine Corps CH-46E Sea Knights, assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 265 (Reinforced), in the rice fields east of Manripo Beach, Republic of Korea, for Exercise Foal Eagle.

<p> Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 1st Class Angelo Marquez, from Manila, Republic of the Philippines, directs the launch of a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM 262) on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2).</p>

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 1st Class Angelo Marquez, from Manila, Republic of the Philippines, directs the launch of a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM 262) on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2).

<p> A film crew from the Discovery Channel films a segment for the show "Build it Bigger" as two CH-46E helicopters from the "Evil Eyes" of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 (REIN) land aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18).</p>

A film crew from the Discovery Channel films a segment for the show "Build it Bigger" as two CH-46E helicopters from the "Evil Eyes" of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 (REIN) land aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18).