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UH-72 Lakota Supports Wildfire Response

5 sources · first reported 3d ago

via DVIDS

The Washington Army National Guard used a UH-72 Lakota to provide aerial support for wildfire response in Okanogan County. This is the first time the aircraft has been used for this purpose. The UH-72 provided 'quarterbacking' support for the Sinlahekin Fire.

Why it matters

The use of the UH-72 Lakota for wildfire response demonstrates the aircraft's versatility and ability to support domestic operations. This capability is significant for national guard units responding to natural disasters.

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How this story unfolded across sources, oldest first.

  1. DVIDS · Primary
    Washington National Guard UH-72 Provides First-of-Its-Kind Aerial “Quarterbacking” Support on Sinlahekin Fire
  2. Defense.gov ·
    National Guard Continues Washington Wildfire Support
  3. DVIDS ·
    Utah National Guard Aviation Crews Support Wildfire Response from the Air
  4. Defense.gov ·
    Utah National Guard Aviation Crews Support Wildfire Response
  5. DVIDS ·
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