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A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter carries a load of cargo following an external lift from the flight deck on the USS Bonhomme Richard at sea, Sept. 13, 2013. The helicopter's support team and crews play important roles in the unit's capability to execute external lifts. This lift capability can be used to overcome difficult terrain and land-based obstacles.

CARGO CARRIER

A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter carries a load of cargo following an external lift from the flight deck on the USS Bonhomme Richard at sea, Sept. 13, 2013. The helicopter's support team and crews play important roles in the unit's capability to execute external lifts. This lift capability can be used to overcome difficult terrain and land-based obstacles.

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