Capt. Chris Cayere, Weapons and Tactics Instructor,

Capt. Chris Cayere, Weapons and Tactics Instructor, Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 169 briefs pilots from Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 463 and HMLA-169 before cross-cockpit training June 7. Multiple detachments of aviation and support units will be assigned to HMH 463 (reinforced) during RIMPAC 12 to comprise the aviation combat element of Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force 3. Approximately 2,200 personnel from nine nations comprise SPMAGTF-3, Combined Force Land Component Command. The CFLCC is conducting amphibious and land-based operations in order to enhance multinational and joint interoperability.