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Highway 98 to close for helicopter transport

The 96th Range Group is scheduled to move a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter to Eglin Site A-85 requiring the closure of U.S. Hwy. 98 near Mary Esther Feb. 24, between […]

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The 96th Range Group is scheduled to move a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter to Eglin Site A-85 requiring the closure of U.S. Hwy. 98 near Mary Esther Feb. 24, between 1 and 4 p.m.

The closure, which is not expected to be more than 30 minutes, will take place on the South side of the highway near 2712 Hwy 98. Back-up dates are Feb. 25 between 1 and 4 p.m.

The helicopter will be transported by a Navy amphibious landing craft. Motorists should avoid the area during that time.

The vehicle is expected to create water vapor and a debris field of dirt and small rocks due to the pressurized air necessary to hover for the turn. The helicopter will be used for training.

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