The Power of the M134 Minigun / Door Gunners Training

Video highlights of U.S. Marines with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron engaging simulated targets with the M134 GAU-17/A minigun out of the side of UH-1Y helicopters while conducting close air support drills. Marines trained to conduct air support to maintain and enhance their mission capabilities and readiness. The M134 Minigun is an American ×51mm NATO six-barrel rotary machine gun with a high rate of fire. It features a Gatling-style rotating barrel assembly with an external power source, normally an electric motor. Credits: U.S. Marine Corps videos by Cpl. Jonathan Gonzalez, Sgt. Servante Coba Thumbnail Credit: U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jonathan Gonzalez The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) visual information does not imply or constitute DoD endorsement. Derivative works: Military Archive ►Subscribe Now --