Chinook Mission Challenges and Outcomes

In 1995, after years of conflict, the Bosnian War ends, but the region remains tense. American troops face challenges as their camp is flooded, prompting a new plan. Chinook helicopters are tasked with transporting bridge pieces to aid troop movement. Despite difficulties, the crew innovates to complete the mission, successfully constructing a bridge for 20,000 troops.

What was the main reason for the instability in Bosnia after the war ended?

• Natural disasters

• Foreign intervention

• Newly established ethnic territories

• Economic collapse

Why did the American troops need to come up with a new plan?

• They lacked resources

• Their camp was underwater

• They were outnumbered

• Their camp was attacked

Where did the Chinook crew take off from to assist in the mission?

• Croatia

• Bosnia

• Capas Black Air Base, Hungary

• Germany

What was the main challenge faced by the Chinook crew upon reaching the river?

• Communication issues

• Transporting bridge pieces

• Enemy fire

• Lack of fuel

What hazardous condition did the Chinook's rotors create?

• Force four hurricane-like downwash

• Snowstorm

• Heavy rain

• Tornado-like winds

How did the Chinook crew adapt their strategy to continue the mission?

• By hooking the bridge spans from inside the helicopter

• By changing the flight path

• By waiting for better weather

• By calling for reinforcements

What added danger did the Chinook crew face while handing off the bridge pieces?

• Mechanical failures

• Enemy attacks

• Communication breakdown

• Flying low over the tree line

How long did it take for the Chinooks to complete the bridge construction?

• Two days

• A week

• A few minutes

• Several hours

What was the significance of the completed bridge?

• It was a tourist attraction

• It marked the end of the mission

• It served as a floating passageway for military operations

• It was used for civilian transport

Approximately how many American troops used the bridge?

• 5,000

• 10,000

• 15,000

• 20,000