In preparation for the coming of the CH-53K King Stallion entering into USMC operations,
HMH-461, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing has been putting it through its paces.
In this slideshow, the Marines of HMH-461 are seen in transit to the weѕt Coast for a training exercise.
In addition, in the first two photos U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Timothy Brown, CH-53K King Stallion pilot, right, and Lance Cpl. Brent Sorenson,
crew chief, Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, are seen conducting pre-fɩіɡһt inspections during a training exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, April 13, 2023.
The purpose of this training was to give junior pilots opportunities to fly in a new environment and build cohesion with their crew.