Originally Posted by
BBadanov
The C-130s carried the MH-6s, required to fly from the LG up the mountain to rescue the evader. Two MH-6s required so there would be a spare.
Also with SFs to secure the LG. Probably with more troops than required as they didn't know what opposition they would be up against.
I see, thanks. I won't have to wait for the inevitable film for the answer.