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<br />Acknowledgements <br /> <br />It was only possible to perform this large, emergency program because <br />of the special help provided by many individuals and groups. We would <br />like to acknowledge the following in this report, while noting that others <br />too numerous to mention also contributed greatly. <br /> <br />. <br /> <br />The FTR field crew performed admirably under very trying conditions. <br />,They maintained the aircraft, modified the various dispenser systems; <br />and did the flying. During the most active phases of the program in late <br />August and early September this meant many hours of work daily, under <br />considerable pres'sure. ln the program extension phas~ in late September <br />and early October, they stayed on-call without compensation and then at a <br />moments notice would go via airline and rental car to Altus for each <br />operational sequence. <br /> <br />The C-97 was made available by the Foundation for Airborne Relief. <br />At the time, it represented the only operational C-97 in civilian hands. <br />The Foundation was especially helpful in making the plane available on <br />such short notice, and permitting its use with unusually low minimum <br />guarantees. <br /> <br />Edwards Air Force Base made the dispenser system available to the Bureau <br />of Reclamation for this program, and also provided a calibrator. They <br />pushed through the necessary paperwork in a very short time, which permitted <br />the whole program to get a fast start. Capt. Jack .Wallace was responsible <br />for the organizational details and authorizations; Mr. Joseph Dowden helped <br />both wit h the technical aspects of the equipment and official matters, and <br />Capt. Robert Willman came to Altus and aided with our installation, operations, <br />and calibration trials. <br /> <br />~ <br /> <br />We were fortunate in being able to operate out of Altus Air Force Base. <br />The unique facilities there in fueling, servicing, and modifying and repairing <br />the C-97 system were essential to the success of the operation. Altus AFB <br />loaned the MAlA to the program, and gave us storage facilities and an office. <br />We were able to use the AFB weather station, and monitor weather on their <br />radar. At least three dozen people there went far out of their way to help us. <br />We cannot acknowledge them individually. We hope it will suffice to note <br />here that Co!. Glass, the Base Commander, and Major Bergeman. Dirpctor <br />of Operations and Training saw to it that every possible help was provided. <br /> <br />'. <br /> <br />38 <br /> <br />- <br />