Crew Chief Collection

A UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter crew chief

A crew chief mounts a M134 Minigun
August 20, 2014 - A crew chief mounts a M134 Minigun during a moving target exercise at the Yodaville Urban Target Complex, located in the Barry M. Goldwater Range, Arizona

An Army crew chief looks out the door of a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter
July 12, 2012 - An Army crew chief looks out the door of a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter during medical evacuation training in Marcy, New York

U. S. Army crew chief checks a landing zone from the ramp of an MH-47G Chinook
September 20, 2010 - A U.S. Army crew chief from the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) checks a landing zone from the ramp of an MH-47G Chinook helicopter during the opening

Crew Chiefs stand beside their UH-60L Black Hawk helicopter

Crew chief working on an AH-64D Apache Longbow helicopter at Pinal Airpark, Arizona

U. S. Army medics simulating ventilation of a mock patient aboard a UH-60 Blackhawk
U.S. Army Medevac Crew Chief assists the flight medic by simulating ventilation of a mock patient during trainingAaboard a UH-60L Black Hawk helicopter

Crew cheif equipped with night vision goggles mans a M240G machine gun aboard a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter

UH-60 Black Hawk crew chief takes in the view over New Mexico during exercise Angel Thunder 2013

U. S. Army UH-60L Loadmaster confirms pre-fliight check on his aircraft
A U.S. Army UH-60L Loadmaster confirms pre-fliight check is done on his Blackhawk helicopter for a flight over Kunduz, Afghanistan

U. S. Air Force crew chiefs do pre-flight checks under an F-16 Fighting Falcon
August 15, 2011 - U.S. Air Force crew chiefs do pre-flight checks under an F-16 Fighting Falcon before a training mission during Green Flag-West 11-9 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada

Flight medics practice with the UH-60 Blackhawk hoist at Davis-Monthan Air Force base during exercise Angel Thunder 2013

U. S. Army crew chief inspects the exterior of a UH-60 Black Hawk
April 4, 2011 - U.S. Army crew chief inspects the exterior of a UH-60 Black Hawk during a pre-flight check aboard Camp Delaram II, Afghanistan

Crew chief of a CH-47 Chinook stands outside the aircraft during start-up procedures

Crew chief scans the area from a UH-1N Huey helicopter
August 12, 2014 - Crew chief scans the area for potential obstacles, from a UH-1N Huey helicopter during a training mission near Yokota Air Base, Japan

A crew chief performs preflight inspections on an A-10 Thunderbolt from the 190th Fighter Squadron

High dynamic range image of a UH-60 Black Hawk gunner
A high dynamic range image of a UH-60 Black Hawk door gunner manning a M240G medium machine gun

Crew chief looking out the window of a CH-47 Chinook while in flight to Playas Training Area, New Mexico, during exercise Angel Thunder 2013

A UH-60 Black Hawk door gunner manning a M240G medium machine gun
A high dynamic range image of a UH-60 Black Hawk door gunner manning a M240G medium machine gun

A CV-22 Osprey starts its engines at Kirtland Air Force Base
A CV-22 Osprey from the 71st Special Operations Squadron starts its engines at the start of a training mission out of Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico

UH-60 Black Hawk crew chief enjoys the ride to Playas Training Area, New Mexico, during exercise Angel Thunder 2013

A crew chief watches a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter aboard USS Makin Island
November 25, 2011 - A crew chief watches a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter as it starts up its engine aboard amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island under way in the Pacific Ocean

Crew Chief sits in the doorway of a UH-60 Black Hawk while medic sits on the hoist
Crew Chief sits in the doorway of a UH-60 Black Hawk medevac helicopter while the medic sits on the hoist

A U. S. Army crew chief stands next to a UH-60 Black Hawk
A U.S. Army crew chief stands by while pilots go through their pre-start checks on a UH-60 Black Hawk, Tikrit, Iraq

F-16 pilots work with crew chiefs on preflight checks at Luke Air Force Base
F-16s pilots work with crew chiefs on end of runway checks before taking off on a training mission from Luke Air Force Base, Arizona

A Crew Chief looks out the side door of a helicopter in flight
A Crew Chief looks out the side door next to the fast rope line as Navy pilots from Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron Eleven (HS-11)

A crew chief monitors the surroundings from a SA 330 Puma helicopter
June 19, 2014 - A crew chief monitors the surroundings during a simulated casualty during a personnel exercise with a Kuwaiti Air Force SA 330 Puma helicopter in Kuwait

Two Turkish Air Force F-4E 2020 Terminator aircraft standby with crew chiefs at Konya Air Base, Turkey, during Exercise Anatolian Eagle 2014

Crew chief in a UH-60 Black hawk helicopter

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A crew chief is the backbone of any aircraft operation, ensuring the safety and efficiency of every mission. From UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters to MH-47G Chinooks, these skilled individuals play a vital role in military and civilian aviation. In the Army, a they are be seen peering out of the door of a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter, scanning the surroundings with sharp eyes. Their expertise allows them to assess landing zones from the ramp of an MH-47G Chinook, guaranteeing secure touchdown for troops or supplies. Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced) relies on crew chiefs like Cpl. Justin Breslin and Cpl. Marcos Guzman to ensure smooth operations. These dedicated Marines work tirelessly to maintain their tiltrotor aircraft's readiness at all times. Even intelligence specialists like Lance Cpl. Skylar Cheek understand the importance of having capable crew chiefs within their ranks. They rely on their expertise when it comes to tactical knowledge and weapon systems inspection. NASA also recognizes the significance of crew chiefs in unmanned aircraft operations. Joe Kinn meticulously gives final checks to NASA's Ikhana before takeoff - this civil version of Predator B unmanned aircraft plays a crucial role in scientific research and exploration. Whether mounting M134 Miniguns or taking in breathtaking views over New Mexico from a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter, these crew chiefs exemplify dedication and professionalism that are essential for successful missions. Silhouetted by the morning sun, NASA's Ikhana stands as a testament to both technological advancements and skilled personnel behind its operation. Crew chief Joe Kinn ensures every detail is checked during engine run-up prior to takeoff - leaving no room for error. From military operations to scientific endeavors, these captions highlight how they are indispensable members of any aviation team – always ready for action.