A unique operation developed 12 September 1994 due to the situation in Haiti. "Dwight D. Eisenhower" and "America" deployed with a large contingent of Army helicopters on board, but no air wings. The carriers headed for the Caribbean in support of President William Clinton's policy to restore democracy to Haiti. "Dwight D. Eisenhower" also embarked Navy squadrons HS-7, HCS-4 and HC-2. This was the first time that carriers deployed operationally with a large contingent of Army helicopters and no air wing on board.