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    CH-47 Chinook helicopter practices water bucket drops [Image 3 of 11]

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    The image shows a close-up view of electronic cables and connectors positioned above a reflective surface, likely a monitor or glass panel. A reflection of what appears to be a helicopter or aircraft is visible on the surface below. The setup suggests a technical or instrumentation environment, possibly aboard a vessel or aircraft.

    ANCHORAGE, ALASKA, UNITED STATES

    07.16.2019

    Photo by Pfc. Grace Nechanicky 

    134th Public Affairs Detachment

    Alaska Army National Guard 1st Battalion, 207th Aviation aircrew practices fire suppression support training using a Bambi water bucket in a CH-47 Chinook helicopter near Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, July 16 2019. 1-207th AVN aircrews have supported multiple fire suppression missions this summer with UH-60 Black Hawks. The Chinooks -- a new aircraft to the 207th AVN inventory this year -- provided wildfire suppression support for the first time ever July 8 at the Swan Lake Fire in the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge near Sterling, Alaska. The Chinooks and Black Hawks continuously train to remain proficient and ready to respond to missions as needed. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Pvt. Grace Nechanicky/Released)

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    Date Taken: 07.16.2019
    Date Posted: 07.17.2019 22:34
    Photo ID: 5588985
    VIRIN: 190716-Z-PL215-0041
    Resolution: 5472x3648
    Size: 3.06 MB
    Location: ANCHORAGE, ALASKA, US
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    Downloads: 8

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    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms and flight helmets are working inside what appears to be a large military aircraft, likely a C-130 or similar transport aircraft. They are kneeling over an open hatch or cargo hook access point marked in yellow, which is labeled with text including 'EMERGENCY RELEASE' and 'FWD CENTER AFT HOOKS'. The interior shows standard military aircraft features including tie-down rings, red troop seats, and metal flooring.
    A military personnel wearing multicam camouflage uniform and a flight helmet is seated on the floor of what appears to be a military aircraft, likely a CH-47 Chinook based on the interior structure. The individual is focused on manipulating or connecting equipment with their hands, possibly working with a static line or rigging equipment. A pair of tactical gloves is visible on the aircraft floor nearby.
    The image shows a close-up view of electronic cables and connectors positioned above a reflective surface, likely a monitor or glass panel. A reflection of what appears to be a helicopter or aircraft is visible on the surface below. The setup suggests a technical or instrumentation environment, possibly aboard a vessel or aircraft.
    An aerial photograph taken from a helicopter looking straight down at a water surface, showing a rescue or recovery hoist operation in progress. A hoist cable extends from a winch mechanism mounted on the helicopter down toward a rescue basket or litter near the water surface. Circular ripple patterns on the water are visible, likely caused by helicopter rotor wash.
    An aerial photograph taken from above shows a circular parachute or drag device descending over a body of water or wet surface. The device features an orange scalloped outer ring with white radial suspension lines converging at a central hub, and appears to be attached to a tether or line extending toward the upper left. The perspective suggests this was captured from a helicopter or aircraft looking straight down.
    An aerial photograph taken from a helicopter looking straight down at a Bambi Bucket (helicopter water bucket) releasing its contents over a dense forest. The orange collapsible bucket is suspended by a cable and is actively discharging water or fire retardant in a spray pattern downward toward the tree canopy below. This appears to be a firefighting or aerial water-drop operation over a forested area.
    An aerial photograph taken from inside a helicopter showing a Bambi bucket (collapsible water bucket) suspended on a longline cable, releasing water over a forested and partially cleared area below. The image is captured from the open door or window of the aircraft, with yellow and black interior components visible in the foreground. This appears to be a firefighting or fire suppression operation over a wooded landscape.
    An aerial photograph taken from a helicopter or aircraft showing a circular flotation/recovery device being lowered into or retrieved from choppy water. The device appears to be a collapsible ring or collar structure with orange flotation segments and metal spokes radiating from a central hub, suspended by a cable or line. The water below shows turbulence and a brownish discoloration, possibly indicating sediment disturbance.
    A circular water fountain or aerator device is being held over a body of water, spraying a fine mist upward. The water spray refracts sunlight to create a visible rainbow arc in the mist above the device. The image is taken from an elevated vantage point looking down toward the water surface.
    The image is taken from inside a military helicopter looking downward through an open ramp or door toward terrain below. A yellow structural beam labeled 'HOOK STOWAGE STRAP' is prominently visible, along with military gear including a helmet and camouflage pack resting on the ramp edge. The ground below shows a patchwork of terrain visible through the open aperture, indicating the aircraft is airborne.
    An aerial photograph taken from a low-flying aircraft over a mixed landscape of open grassland and dense forest. The shadow of the aircraft — likely a helicopter based on the elongated fuselage and rotor silhouette — is clearly cast onto the green meadow below. A smaller, separate circular shadow is also visible to the lower right, possibly from a second object or rotor component.

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