The sound of Chinook helicopter engines filled the skies over Johnson County one final time this past Sunday.
Dozens of families, friends, the Gardner community and retirees united at New Century AirCenter for an emotional last liftoff and showcase of the U.S. Army Reserve’s iconic twin-rotary helicopter.
Eleven Chinooks lifted off together for a 45-minute farewell flight around the southern part of the Kansas City metro and returned to New Century greeted by a water salute from Johnson County Fire District #1 and applause from spectators, marking the end of an era…