Now THAT'S The Way To See Alaska!

This is really most excellent...

Ailing teen becomes a Soldier for a day

FORT GREELY, Alaska -- Lately Kayla Colyer-Platzer's reality has been consumed with her battle against Hodgkin's disease. However, the 15-year-old high school student was able to get a break from her worries, June 15, when she became a Soldier for a day at Fort Greely.

But this wasn't just any trip.

The highlight of the day, however, was a flight in a CH-47 Chinook with the Soldiers of Fort Wainwright's B Company, 1st Battalion, 152nd Aviation Regiment, Task Force 49.

How cool is that!  But even more...

Although all on the flight were able to take in the scenery, Colyer-Platzer likely had the best view, as she was able to move around the Chinook because she was secured with a "monkey-harness" that was fastened to the floor of the aircraft and allowed her to explore the craft while it was in flight.

The teenager showed little hesitation when Spc. Jeffrey Slaughter, B/152nd, took her by the hand and led her to the rear of the aircraft, where they sat with their legs dangling into the open air as pristine Alaskan training lands unfolded below them.

Go check out the story for pictures of the flight.  Army Chinook Crews are the best. 
 

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