Montana Guard Chinook Crew Returns from Wildfire F

Описание: Montana’s Chinook crew supported Washington under the Emergency Management Assistance Compact, providing heavy‑lift aviation for water bucket drops and equipment transport. Together with Washington Guard units, they flew 382 hours and completed 1,762 drops. Brig. Gen. Trent Gibson praised their professionalism, noting Montana remained ready at home while aiding neighbors. This mission highlights the Guard’s dual role: local defense and national support.

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FACTS VERIFIED
• Event period: July 19–August 24, 2026.
• Location: Central and eastern Washington wildfires.
• Montana crew: 40 flight hours, 89 bucket drops, 178,000 gallons delivered.
• Washington Guard totals: 382.2 hours, 1,762 drops, 1,642,784 gallons delivered.
• Units: Montana Army National Guard CH‑47 crew, Washington Army National Guard 1st Battalion, 168th General Support Aviation Battalion.
• Article publication date: August 24, 2026.

SOURCES / REFERENCES
🔗 Montana National Guard — Official release on wildfire mission
🔗 Washington National Guard — Wildfire aviation support updates
🔗 Task & Purpose — “Montana Guard Chinook Crew Returns From Washington Wildfire Mission”

RESEARCH NOTE
The verified event dates are July 19–August 24, 2026. The article date (Aug. 24, 2026) reflects the crew’s return, not the start of operations. Montana’s support was coordinated through EMAC, ensuring readiness at home while assisting Washington.


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