 The buildup of American troops resulted in the deployment of the Marine Corps' attack and fighter aircraft including the Douglas A-4 and the McDonnell F4B, as well as the maintenance, ordnance, and other support personnel necessary.HMH 463 has deployed to support the Operation Enduring Freedom Mission in Afghanistan in 2009.Fixed-wing aircraft

Rotary-wing aircraft

Tiltrotor Aircraft

UAVs

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