photo : MEU(SOC) - CH-46E Fast-rope

Marines from the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) (MEU(SOC)) and Israelie Defense Force (IDF) soldiers fastrope from a CH-46E helicopter. Fast-roping is a technique developed by the British SBS (Special Boat Service) and was first used in combat during the Falklands conflict in 1982. The skill was quickly aquired by US Special Operations Forces.