CH-53E Air Armament Aboard USS New York in the Mediterranean Sea

A US Marines Corps unit from a Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) conducted aerial weapons training using CH-53E Super Stallion helicopters aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21) while sailing in the Mediterranean Sea. This training is part of their operational preparations, involving aerial maneuvers and weapons training that are crucial to ensure combat readiness in various situations. The CH-53E helicopter is often used for transporting troops, heavy equipment, and conducting evacuation missions.