helicopter
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The fire destroyed two structures — a cabin and an equipment shed — and forced the evacuation of 11 National Park Service employees, who were rescued by a Santa Barbara County Fire Department helicopter.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
Malone called the Coast Guard, which sent a helicopter to hoist the man up, he said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
He said on Saturday that this week Ukraine had already destroyed high-value Russian military equipment, including aircraft, a helicopter and a cargo ship.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
Iraqi state media said a local shepherd reported unusual military activity in the area, including helicopter flights, and the Iraqi military sent troops to investigate.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026
He was scared, though he refused every offer of a car or helicopter ride down the mountain and out to safety.
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
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