precision-guided munitions delivery at maritime targets (B-Roll)

U.S. Marines with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 167 conduct precision-guided munitions delivery at maritime targets (B-Roll)

Credit: Cpl. Rowdy Vanskike | Date Taken: 03/26/2024
U.S. Marines with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 167 perform aerial gunnery off the coast of North Carolina, March 26, 2024. HMLA-167 conducted precision-guided munitions delivery to familiarize designated pilots and ordnance personnel with proper procedures for firing and handling multiple ordnance types. The live-fire training allowed HMLA-167 to enhance integration with the joint force while training in aviation operations in maritime-surface warfare. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Rowdy Vanskike) This B-Roll package contains the following: Marines preparing a GAU-21 .50-caliber machine gun and a GAU-17 machine gun prior to flight operations, Slow-motion and regular footage of preflight checks and flight operations, A U.S. Marine Corps AH-1Z Viper firing an AGM-114 Hellfire missile, Slow-motion and regular footage of Marines firing a GAU-21 .50-caliber machine gun and a GAU-17 machine gun.