Rockpile was a strategically important location during the Vietnam War, unloading helicopters quickly and efficiently was crucial. This photo, taken in October 1966, captures a UH-34D helicopter making a "tippy-toe" landing on top of the Rockpile. The pilot kept the helicopter under full throttle due to the precarious situation.

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Photo credit: © piemags/NBV / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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