Mysterious sounds in the sky? The U.S. Army is behind it

I don't know about you, but anytime an unusual sound happens in my neighborhood everyone hops onto their phone and ask in the local neighborhood group if anyone knows what that sound was.

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There is often much speculation, but usually nobody has an actually answer.

This week some people in West Michigan might be hearing some unfamiliar sounds in the sky, and wondering what the heck is going on.

The good news is we know what it is and it's nothing to be concerned about.

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What's Going On Near Muskegon County Airport

This week if you live near or are traveling by the Muskegon County Airport you might hear or see U.S. Army Chinooks flying around.

The three Chinooks will be doing training exercises that will take place during the day and at night which could have many wondering what the heck is going on.

What Are U.S. Army Chinooks Used For

The U.S. Army's CH-47 Chinook is a large, twin-engine helicopter known for its heavy-lift and transport capabilities.

It has a variety of uses including:

Transport: It can carry up to 33 troops or large amounts of internal and external cargo, such as vehicles, artillery, and supplies.

Medical and Rescue: The Chinook is used for medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) and for providing humanitarian aid and disaster relief by delivering essential supplies to remote areas.

Special Operations: It is a key asset for special forces, used for inserting and extracting troops in hostile environments.

Recovery: Its powerful engines allow it to recover downed aircraft and vehicles from the battlefield.

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The Muskegon County Airport shared this video of the Chinook helicopters at the airport and explained what's going on this week.