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    Ancient Ascent | National Guard aviators from Utah and Nevada take on mission of prehistoric proportions [Image 3 of 42]

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    Ancient Ascent | National Guard aviators from Utah and Nevada take on mission of prehistoric proportions

    Pilots assigned to Utah Army National Guard’s 2-211th Aviation Regiment, pilot a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter over Boulder Mountain, Utah, June 12, 2026. The aviators traveled to Bryce Canyon, Utah in preparation to airlift fossilized dinosaur remains for the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and the Utah Museum of Natural History. The Utah National Guard trains on aerial hoist missions to maintain the proficiency needed to operate in areas inaccessible by traditional means. This capability supports search and rescue and disaster response efforts, while also enabling Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) missions that provide essential services to communities and strengthen military readiness. Regular training ensures aircrews and ground personnel remain ready whenever they are called upon. (Utah National Guard photo by Maj. Jeffrey Brenchley)

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    Date Taken: 06.12.2026
    Date Posted: 06.29.2026 13:32
    Photo ID: 9780400
    VIRIN: 260612-A-VB362-8995
    Resolution: 6860x4576
    Size: 1.73 MB
    Location: US

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