Aviation
Deputy/Pilot Benny Magness is in charge of the aviation unit of the Baxter County Sheriff's Office. He is our part-time pilot and volunteers many hours each year. Deputy Magness has been with the Baxter County Sheriff's Office for more than 50 years.
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The Baxter County Sheriff's Office is one of only four in the State of Arkansas that is fortunate enough to have an Aviation Component and to own and operate a helicopter. The Aviation Unit has been in operation for over thirty years. The Sheriff's Office currently operates an OH-58 observation helicopter that was obtained through a federal government program.
The use of the helicopter has proven its benefit time and time again. Its use has been instrumental in apprehending fugitives and fleeing suspects, and has played a crucial role in search and recovery missions for lost and missing persons in Baxter County and the surrounding area. Surprising to many people is the annual operating budget for the aviation program is $19,000, which includes insurance, fuel, inspections and maintenence.
 Fireworks Display 2007 |
 Over Norfork Lake |
 Search & Rescue |
 Helicopter Hangar |
 Diver Deployment |
 Helicopter Evacuation Operations - Norfork Flooding Mar 08 |
