HMM-166

Activated September 13, 1985, Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 166 is a USMC squadron of CH-46E Sea Knight medium-lift tandem rotor cargo helicopters, used to provide all-weather, day-or-night assault transport of combat troops, supplies and equipment. Assault Support is the "battle phrog" primary function, and the movement of supplies and equipment is secondary. Additional tasks include search and rescue, support for forward refueling and rearming points, CASEVAC and Tactical Recovery of Aircraft and Personnel (TRAP).