HUNTER ARMY AIRFIELD, Ga. - The OH-58 Kiowa helicopter is the
only Army helicopter capable of being made compact and placed
into a C-130 aircraft. Equipment recently implemented by Troop
A, 3rd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment displayed just how
rapidly the helicopter can be prepared to deploy.  The "Silver
Spurs" troop showcased the Multipurpose Light Helicopter (MPLH)
kits on the flight line of Hunter Army Airfield Feb. 27. These
kits provide multi-mission flexibility for rapid deployment
relocation for their helicopters.  This means that the Kiowa
helicopter could be placed on an aircraft, and soon within 30
minutes conduct reconnaissance mission for ground forces and
other aviation operations.  Staff Sgt. Eric Rogers, platoon
sergeant for Troop A, led the team of soldiers through the
equipment demonstration. His job was to conduct checks of the
equipment during the build up and ensure the team emplaces the
equipment safely. He says his job is more important than
checking properly emplaced pins and brackets