Story by Staff Sgt. Crystal Housman | California National Guard Primary | 08.02.2021
California Army National Guard CH-47F Chinook aircrew performs a high-altitude pinnacle landing on the tallest peak in the contiguous U.S. to rescue three hikers stranded overnight....
Story by Carol Lawrence | Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division | 11.20.2019
Climbing California's Mt. Whitney at nearly 14,500 feet is a rite of passage for serious hikers. For Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division (NSWC PHD) Technical Director Paul Mann, it was a test of will, preparation, research and training that left him wanting more....
Story by Crystal Housman | California National Guard Primary | 08.30.2019
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services activated a Cal Guard CH-47F Chinook helicopter and five member aircrew to support the Inyo County Sheriff’s Office in conducting a high altitude hoist rescue Sunday, Aug. 25, 2019, of an injured hiker from Mount Whitney in Inyo County, California....
