is that really how you rappel out of a helicopter? you can do it both ways. the way shown is called fast-roping. and yes you step out and slide down the rope. these guys don't seem to have good technique, but technique is not a priority when your being shot at. http://humptyblog.typepad.com/photos/iraq/pjfastrope.html http://www.tpub.com/content/USMC/mcr3114a/css/mcr3114a_80.htm http://ww2.pstripes.osd.mil/01/oct01/sf1011a.jpg

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