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    Regional Command – East Task Force Valkyrie Conducts Bambi Bucket Training [Image 5 of 14]

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    A military helicopter crew member in full combat gear and flight helmet leans out of an open helicopter door, observing a large water-collection bucket (Bambi bucket) being submerged into a murky, turbulent body of water below. The rotor wash is visibly disturbing the water surface, creating circular ripple patterns. This appears to be a firefighting or water-collection operation conducted by military aviation assets.

    KOSOVO

    07.30.2021

    Photo by Sgt. Gloria Kamencik 

    KFOR Regional Command East

    Task Force Valkyrie of the 1st Battalion, 169th Aviation Regiment, conducts Bambi bucket training in Kosovo July 30, 2021. This training ensures readiness if called upon by Kosovo to assist in any wildfires. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Gloria Kamencik)

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    Date Taken: 07.30.2021
    Date Posted: 08.03.2021 05:23
    Photo ID: 6762036
    VIRIN: 210730-A-WD308-007
    Resolution: 6507x4338
    Size: 1.93 MB
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    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms and flight helmets are handling a bright orange piece of equipment, likely a rescue or flotation device, near a military airfield. They appear to be attaching or detaching chains and cables from the orange equipment. The background shows a paved runway or taxiway area with red and white barrier markers.
    Two U.S. Army aviation personnel are pictured on what appears to be a military airfield or flight line. Both individuals are wearing flight helmets with communications equipment, camouflage uniforms, and inflatable life preservers, suggesting preparation for or return from a water-crossing or overwater flight mission. The foreground soldier is handling a carabiner and cable, possibly related to hoist or rescue equipment.
    An aerial view looking down at a rescue or recovery basket/stretcher being lowered into turbulent, murky water. The device appears to be a Stokes litter or rescue basket with a spoke-and-hub frame structure, colored red and yellow, suspended by multiple cables. The perspective suggests the photo was taken from a helicopter or elevated platform, with blurred boots/feet visible in the foreground.
    An aerial top-down view of a bright orange circular flotation or recovery device floating on murky green water. The device features a metal spoke-and-ring framework with suspension lines extending outward, and appears to be either being deployed or recovered from the water. White foam/churning water is visible around and beneath the device, suggesting recent water disturbance.
    A military helicopter crew member in full combat gear and flight helmet leans out of an open helicopter door, observing a large water-collection bucket (Bambi bucket) being submerged into a murky, turbulent body of water below. The rotor wash is visibly disturbing the water surface, creating circular ripple patterns. This appears to be a firefighting or water-collection operation conducted by military aviation assets.
    An aerial view taken from a helicopter showing a bright orange circular life raft or rescue capsule being lowered or retrieved over churning, turbid water. The object is secured with a network of cables, straps, and rigging connected to a central hub, suggesting a water rescue or recovery operation. The helicopter's shadow and skid are partially visible in the frame.
    A military personnel in camouflage uniform and flight helmet is leaning out of a hovering helicopter over a body of water, monitoring a red Bambi bucket (helibucket) being filled with water. The helicopter casts a visible shadow on the turbulent, sediment-laden water surface below. This appears to be a firefighting water-scooping operation, likely in support of wildfire suppression efforts.
    A dark olive/black military helicopter marked 'KFOR' with tail number 573 is landed on a green grassy field. The helicopter appears to be a UH-60 Black Hawk, with at least one armed soldier visible seated in the open side door. The setting features mountainous terrain and a body of water visible in the background under clear blue skies.
    A U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter marked with 'KFOR' (Kosovo Force) and 'United States Army' is hovering low over a landing zone. A crew member is seated in the open side door while the helicopter carries a suspended red water bucket (Bambi bucket) beneath it, indicating a firefighting or training operation. The mountainous terrain in the background is consistent with the Balkans region.
    A military UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter marked 'KFOR' (Kosovo Force) is hovering low while carrying a red Bambi bucket suspended beneath it, likely for firefighting operations. The helicopter is operating in a mountainous terrain environment with green hillsides visible in the background. A crew member is visible in the open side door of the aircraft.
    A helicopter, likely a military or firefighting variant (resembling a UH-60 Black Hawk), is hovering low over a large body of water while carrying a suspended water bucket or Bambi bucket beneath it. The scene suggests a water-scooping operation, likely in support of wildfire suppression efforts. The backdrop features a forested mountain range with visible haze or mist over the water surface.
    A military helicopter, identifiable as a UH-60 Black Hawk, is conducting a water-dropping operation over a vegetated hillside. The helicopter is carrying a red Bambi bucket suspended by a long line, releasing a large cascade of water onto the tree line below. The terrain appears arid with sparse scrub vegetation, rocky outcroppings, and a dry lakebed or riverbank visible in the foreground.
    A dark olive-green military helicopter marked 'KFOR' is flying over a mountainous, forested landscape. The helicopter is carrying a large orange water bucket suspended beneath it on a cable, indicating a firefighting or water-dropping operation. A crew member is visible in the open side door of the aircraft.
    A United States Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter is on the ground with a crew member seated in the open side door. An orange Bambi Bucket (aerial firefighting water bucket) is positioned on the ground beside the aircraft. The setting appears to be a grassy field with forested hills in the background, suggesting a firefighting or training operation.

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