Steve and Hank, from UAF, made it out to both HF Radar sites yesterday afternoon thanks to the USCG who flew them out in one of their SAR Jayhawk Helicopters. (Although they probably would have enjoyed being lowered to the HF sites by cable, like in this photo-- they had to actually land the helicopter before they could unload!). It got your attention though, didn't it?
They were able to reset, refuel and reboot both of the sites and get data delivery back online. They sent kudos to all in the Sound for all their hard work in such gnarly weather conditions. Keep your fingers crossed for a weaker storm cycle this weekend.
The USCG helos and their crews can really help deal with the difficult, remote access issues and challenging terrain of the area - they are a great equalizer for it. They recently helped with the installation of a weather station at Cape Saint Elias (also mentioned on the AOOS website). Kudos to them again. Joe Banta, PWSRCAC
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