A Day with the Navy's MH-53 Sea Dragon

🚁The MH-53 Sea Dragon squadron's main mission is to patrol foreign and domestic waters to locate and destroy sea-based mines.

✈️The MH-53 is capable of performing humanitarian aid and cargo transport missions due to its large size and capabilities.

🌍The MH-53 has been deployed all over the world and is even capable of being transported in the back of an Air Force C-5 Galaxy.

👩‍✈️The highest-ranking individual in the squadron is known as the Skipper, who oversees the operations of the MH-53 Sea Dragon squadron.

🆘The MH-53 is equipped to perform water rescues with its ability to lower a hook into the water for evacuation.

What is the main mission of the MH-53 Sea Dragon squadron?

—The main mission of the MH-53 Sea Dragon squadron is to patrol foreign and domestic waters to locate and destroy sea-based mines.

What other missions can the MH-53 perform?

—In addition to mine countermeasures, the MH-53 is capable of performing humanitarian aid and cargo transport missions.

Has the MH-53 been deployed internationally?

—Yes, the MH-53 has been deployed all over the world for various missions.

Who is the highest-ranking individual in the squadron?

—The highest-ranking individual in the squadron is known as the Skipper.

What is the MH-53's capability for water rescues?

—The MH-53 is equipped with a hook that can be lowered into the water for evacuation during water rescues.

00:00Introduction to spending a day with the Navy's MH-53 Sea Dragon squadron at Naval station Norfolk.

00:45Explanation of the squadron's mission as Helicopter Mine Countermeasures and their nickname as The Blackhawks.

01:09Overview of how mines are triggered and the MH-53's capabilities for safely dealing with them.

02:21Exploration of the MH-53's deployment method using Air Force C-5 Galaxy for transport.

02:50Introduction to the HM-15 squadron and their history and heritage.

03:49Tour of the squadron's facilities and a visit to the Skipper's office.

05:20Overview of the MH-53's size, fuel capacity, and office space for the pilots.

06:24Preparation for the flight, including gearing up and introduction to the survival equipment.