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Marines depart a CH-53E Super Stallion aboard the USS Makin Island in the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 22, 2016. The amphibious assault ship is supporting the Navy’s maritime strategy in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of responsibility. The helicopter is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 163. Navy photo by Seaman Devin M. Langer

Stallion Departure

Marines depart a CH-53E Super Stallion aboard the USS Makin Island in the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 22, 2016. The amphibious assault ship is supporting the Navy’s maritime strategy in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of responsibility. The helicopter is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 163. Navy photo by Seaman Devin M. Langer

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