National Guard helicopter crews fly a variety of missions, from security operations to disaster relief. They might be transporting troops or aiding medical evacuations. Every member of aviation, from pilots to crew chiefs to mechanics, is vital to accomplishing a mission. Every helicopter has its own team of mechanics to ensure it's always running efficiently. In the event of a natural disaster, Guard pilots drop water and food and save those in harm's way. They are trained to fly in any weather and take off or land in high-risk situations.
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The aviation operations specialist is primarily responsible for scheduling and dispatching tactical aircraft missions. They help operate one of the largest fleets of aircraft in the world and keep them running safely and efficiently.
The UH-60 helicopter repairer is primarily responsible for the maintenance of UH-60 helicopters (also known as Black Hawks). With hundreds of Army National Guard missions depending on these helicopters, UH-60 helicopter repairers must ensure that all of them are safe and ready to fly.