https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/this-f...ater/ar-BBRBSra

As almost always, critical details are missing from the initial news account like "What items did they have with them in their vehicle and what measures did they take?"

The effort was complicated by the current Gov't stand down, to some extent, although that should not have been a truly critical factor.

To me, it is distressing that helicopter cost was apparently an issue. We were able to secure choppers routinely at no direct cost, from either the Air Force or the Arizona Highway Patrol. The AF crews participated enthusiastically, and the costs were charged to training. We made sure they were well trained.