The first fleet CH-53E Super Stallion was delivered to Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron HM-12 Sea Dragons. The CH-53E could transport heavier loads over greater distances than previous helicopters used for logistics in the Fleet.
Categories: 100 Years of Naval Aviation
 
 
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