UH-34D helicopter is seen making a precarious "tippy-toe" landing on top of the Rockpile, October 1966. In order to unload quickly, the helicopter had to remain under full throttle during the process. The photo was taken by Capt Arnold A. and is a Defense Department (Marine Corps) photo.

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