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A Nevada Army Guard CH-47 Chinook helicopter crew assisted in the recovery of a downed US Air Force F-35 on federally protected land in the Mojave Desert. The operation showcased the versatility of the Chinook fleet. The recovery efforts took place on endangered species land north of Las Vegas.
The successful recovery demonstrates the importance of inter-service cooperation and the capability of the CH-47 Chinook in supporting critical operations, including those involving advanced aircraft like the F-35.
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