Operation Tomodachi, First C-17

Published: April 21, 2023, 5:04 a.m.

b'This is the initial airlift of USAID, Search and rescue, and FEMA supplies to Japan by C-17. 3 Airlift Sq, Dover AFB, Del. performed the airlift originating at Andrews AFB with a 15 hour non-stop flight to Misawa AB, Japan. The flight required aerial refueling (A/R, unit not known). Misawa AB personnel downloaded the gear at Misawa. Produced by Tech. Sgt. Nicholas Books, jpearthquake11'