http://www.freerepublic.com/tag/airlift/ en-us Tue, 16 Sep 2008 20:18:01 GMT Focus Forum 15 http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2083720/posts via translation - ALERT - Washington calls on American citizens to leave Bolivia WASHINGTON - The USA called Tuesday U.S. nationals to leave Bolivia, inviting them to take a flight between La Paz and Lima that the U.S. State Department proposes to affrêter Wednesday. AFP via translation http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2083720/posts#comment Tue, 16 Sep 2008 20:18:01 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2063657/posts Short but nice web video. Youtube http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2063657/posts#comment Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:25:06 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2062692/posts The two erstwhile communist superpowers were in the spotlight last week. Starting on Aug. 8, China staged the Olympics — an event on the schedule for years. Also on Aug. 8, Russia invaded the independent republic of Georgia — which apparently caught our government flatfooted. George W. Bush remained in Beijing watching the Olympians, while Vladimir Putin, making no secret of who is in charge, went to the Russian borderland with Georgia to supervise. There are echoes of history in all this. Echoes that remind us in one way or the other of Berlin. China's Olympic extravaganza — and its... IBD Editorials http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2062692/posts#comment Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:35:19 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2036959/posts Germany has been commemorating the 60th anniversary of the Berlin airlift, when the Western allies kept the city supplied despite a Soviet blockade. Veterans of the airlift, many of whom are in their 80s and 90s, attended ceremonies in Berlin and Frankfurt. The American and British-led airlift lasted for more than a year, and involved planes delivering everything from coal to sweets. It was one of the biggest humanitarian air relief missions in history. "I find the courage with which this operation was carried out truly admirable," said German Defence Minister Franz Josef Jung. A small group of veteran airmen... BBC News http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2036959/posts#comment Thu, 26 Jun 2008 21:27:33 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2035381/posts It was one of the most-amazing sights of the Cold War. By the hundreds, plane after plane thundered into the Berlin airports of Gatow, Tempelhof and Tegel, often arriving at the rate of one every three minutes. The supplies they delivered during the course of about a year sustained over 22,000 Western troops and over two million German civilians huddled in the ruins of the war-ravaged city. That the chief metropolis of a former, enemy nation could suddenly become a symbol of freedom revealed much about the strange, new era the world was entering. It also said much about the... National Post [Canada] http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2035381/posts#comment Tue, 24 Jun 2008 01:10:09 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2017503/posts ANDREWS AIR FORCE BASE, Md., May 17, 2008 – The historic humanitarian efforts of the Berlin Airlift 60 years ago demonstrated to U.S. allies and enemies alike that the country would not be deterred from its commitments, the Air Force secretary said today. Two Oracle bi-planes perform aerial acrobatics during the Joint Service Open House at Andrews Air Force Base, Md., May 17, 2008. Thousands attended the event, which coincided with the 60th Anniversary of the Berlin Airlift. Defense Dept. photo by Fred W. Baker III  (Click photo for screen-resolution image);high-resolution image available. “It displayed a U.S. dedication to a... American Forces Press Service http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2017503/posts#comment Sun, 18 May 2008 00:26:41 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1993415/posts 3/28/2008 - MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. (AFPN) -- Air mobility leaders gathered for the annual Phoenix Rally to acknowledge past and present accomplishments while celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Berlin Airlift March 24 through 28 here. The theme of Phoenix Rally was "A legacy of global reach and hope," chosen to recognize the Air Mobility Command's past, present and future. At this year's conference, attendees acknowledge the historical accomplishments of Berlin Airlift along with special guest, retired Col. Gail Halvorsen, the Berlin Candy Bomber. "This year is special because we are celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Berlin... Air Force Link http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1993415/posts#comment Sat, 29 Mar 2008 00:46:28 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/1954355/posts As teenage residents of West Berlin during what many consider to be the first battle of the Cold War, Guenther and Gisela Petzold never knew how close the Berlin Airlift came to collapsing. It wasn't until years later, after the couple married and became U.S. citizens, that they learned of the difficulties surrounding the operation and how their neighbor played a critical role in the airlift's success. While the Petzolds didn't get to know retired Gen. T. Ross Milton until the trio met at an Oro Valley affair, they certainly benefited from his actions during the pivotal standoff between the... Arizona Daily Star http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/1954355/posts#comment Wed, 16 Jan 2008 01:37:36 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1946511/posts More than 65 Iraqi Police recruits line up to board an Iraqi C-130 Hercules set to transport the men to the Iraqi National Police Training Academy in Sulamaniya, Iraq. U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jennifer Lindsey. NEW AL MUTHANA AIR BASE — The Iraqi Air Force provided airlift support to more than 360 National Police recruits bound for the Iraqi National Police Training Academy in Sulamaniya, Dec. 26. The Ministries of Defense and Interior executed a very smooth operation consisting of six airlift sorties by the Iraqi Air Force and administrative and logistical command and control by the... Multi-National Force - Iraq http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1946511/posts#comment Mon, 31 Dec 2007 23:37:55 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1848063/posts OTTAWA (CP) - National Defence wants to jump the queue once again to get faster delivery of new Hercules tactical-lift aircraft and has formally asked the Pentagon if it can butt into line ahead of the U.S. military. Canada is hoping to start receiving the new model of the venerable C-130 by 2009, a full year ahead of the previously established schedule, according to a senior Defence official. The Pentagon is "favourable to the idea," said Dan Ross, the department's assistant deputy minister of material. An official decision by the Americans has yet to be made because Prime Minister Stephen... Canadian Press via Sun Media http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1848063/posts#comment Sun, 10 Jun 2007 22:59:53 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1802117/posts BAGRAM AIR BASE, Afghanistan, March 16, 2007 – Airlift is essential to success in the war in Afghanistan, the commander of U.S. Transportation Command said here March 14. Air Force Gen. Norton A. Schwartz visited Bagram to observe and speak about the airlift mission being performed throughout Afghanistan. As the single manager for global air, land, and sea transportation for the Defense Department, Schwartz said he’s familiar with the partnerships exhibited here among the U.S. services and coalition forces. "The team at Bagram is, in fact, a joint team," he said. "People appreciate what each other do and try... American Forces Press Service http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1802117/posts#comment Fri, 16 Mar 2007 23:36:11 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1788885/posts CAMP TAJI, Iraq, Feb. 21, 2007 — When people think of air assaults they may have an image in their mind of soldiers repelling from helicopters down long ropes and then once on the ground, the soldiers go to attack an objective. But much of what the Army teaches about air assaults concerns the ability to airlift supplies, equipment and other re-supply items, getting them quickly to soldiers in the combat zone. "If one of my fellow soldiers is in desperate need of equipment in the combat zone, I know I'm trained and prepared to help him get that equipment... Defend America News http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1788885/posts#comment Thu, 22 Feb 2007 00:39:04 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1730360/posts WASHINGTON, Nov. 1, 2006 -- The Hawaii National Guard is planning to airlift supplies to isolated residents on Maui as soon as their needs are ascertained, a military official said from the state’s capital today. Local authorities are compiling supply needs lists from Maui residents, Hawaii National Guard spokesman Maj. Chuck Anthony said from Honolulu during a phone interview with American Forces Press Service. Items requested by Maui residents will likely range from fuel needed to power generators to food and other necessities, he said. A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck the Hawaiian Islands Oct. 15. No deaths were reported.... American Forces Press Service http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1730360/posts#comment Thu, 2 Nov 2006 00:50:50 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1714585/posts 10/5/2006 - ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AFPN) -- Retired Lt. Col. James and Ellie Spatafora possess a unique answer to a common question couples are quizzed about. When asked where they met, they answer that the seeds of their 56-year marriage were planted during the historic Berlin Airlift. The couple was able to catch up on old times with friends during a Berlin Airlift plaque dedication at Veterans Memorial Park here Oct. 4. More than 150 people attended the dedication, which was one of numerous events held during the weeklong reunion of the Berlin Airlift Veterans Association. The Berlin Airlift was a... Air Force Links http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1714585/posts#comment Fri, 6 Oct 2006 00:41:03 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1683667/posts /13/2006 - BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan -- Security forces protect Air Force people and resources worldwide, even when those resources are on the move at more than 300 mph. The C-130 Hercules cargo plane is the primary means of moving supplies and troops around Afghanistan. Aircrews frequently land at remote, dirt landing strips to support U.S. and Coalition forces. Often, these out-of-the-way airfields have little or no security. The 455th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron has a solution to this security dilemma in the form of the Fly-Away Security Team, or FAST. "Our job is to protect the aircraft and its crew... Air Force Links http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1683667/posts#comment Mon, 14 Aug 2006 23:56:06 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1580080/posts 2/15/2006 - SOUTHWEST ASIA (AFPN) -- When fuel supplies are not available in the region, tactical and ground forces rely on the 379th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron. A team is always on standby to fulfill an aerial bulk fuels delivery system request. The team consists of two fuels technicians who have undergone special training for this type of delivery, which involves hauling thousands of gallons of fuel in an aircraft. Staff Sgt. Erika Busbee and Senior Airman Michael Roberts from the 379th Fuels Management Flight make up one such team. “We both volunteered for this assignment,” said Airman Roberts, who... Air Force Links http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1580080/posts#comment Fri, 17 Feb 2006 00:36:26 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1483181/posts A local New York Air National Guard unit has delivered so many relief supplies to the hurricane-devastated Gulf Coast that it has been told to take a break. Officials asked the 109th Airlift Wing based in Schenectady County not to transport any supplies today. Officials said they need time to sort out what's already been delivered. In five days, crews flying C-130 cargo planes brought 235 tons of supplies and 370 personnel from the Stratton Air National Guard Base to areas devastated by Hurricane Katrina. The missions have taken the crews to Gulfport, Mississippi, where members of the unit are... capitalnews9 http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1483181/posts#comment Tue, 13 Sep 2005 00:06:31 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1477155/posts Airlift rescues thousands from hurricane-stricken areas All Financial Times NewsAn emergency airlift rescued thousands from hurricane-ravaged New Orleans following President George W. Bush's pledge to send in more troops to help the relief effort. Mr Bush, facing criticism for the response to the catastrophe, announced on Saturday that 7,000 active troops would be despatched over the next three days. A further 10,000 National Guard were also being sent to Louisiana and Mississippi, bringing the total of US troops deployed to 40,000. MsnMoneyCentral http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1477155/posts#comment Sun, 4 Sep 2005 17:07:14 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1458576/posts The Indian military has begun airlifting essential goods to the north-eastern state of Manipur. Organisations representing Naga tribesmen have been blockading a national highway for more than two weeks now. They are demanding that some parts of Manipur be integrated into the neighbouring state of Nagaland. The federal government has rejected the idea saying it is opposed by Manipur's political parties. Last weekend local police tried to break the blockade by force, but the Nagas responded by burning down government buildings in four districts of Manipur where they are in a majority. Limited space Loaded with essential commodities like medicines... BBC http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1458576/posts#comment Sun, 7 Aug 2005 11:14:58 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1448725/posts WASHINGTON, July 21, 2005 – Airlift operations continue at a steady clip as the members of the 86th Aerospace Expeditionary Group work to rotate the first of two brigades of Rwandan troops into the war-torn Darfur region of Sudan, the group commander told the American Forces Press Service today. Air Force Col. Scott Schafer, commander of the 86th AEG at Kigali International Airport, Rwanda, said the operation is proceeding "just as planned and on schedule." Schafer made his assessment as Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, in Sudan today, said she found it "heartening" to see the U.S. airlift operation but... American Forces Press Service http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1448725/posts#comment Sat, 23 Jul 2005 00:26:12 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/1418192/posts Now it can be told. Although has not been widely reported, the real hang up over Darfur aid is that President Bashir refuses to allow the US Canada or any other non-African nation to send troops. African Union troops only. The African Union nations that are willing to send troops (South Africa, Nigeria and others) are standing behind a Kofi Annan sponsored deal in which they refuse to send troops unless the western governments pay them $157,000 per troop sent (far more than the actual cost). SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/RWB.NSF/db900SID/MHII-6CG54T?OpenDocument and another http://www.reuters.com/newsArticle.jhtml?type=topNews&storyID=8616964 and another http://edition.cnn.com/2005/WORLD/africa/05/26/sudan.annan.reut/ It is pretty hard to say... Hannity Board http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/1418192/posts#comment Tue, 7 Jun 2005 16:35:53 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1389194/posts The memories are still vivid: a steaming bus ride through the humid morning, the acrid odor of jet fuel, the clouds of smoke from distant gunfire, getting closer. Then about 450 people boarded the last commercial flight out of Saigon, headed for the United States. That was April 24, 1975, six days before the North Vietnamese tanks rolled into Saigon. A Pan American World Airways Boeing 747 -- crammed with Pan Am and U.S. Embassy staff, frightened refugees, crying orphans and volunteer crew members -- lifted off the potholed tarmac at Tan Son Nhut International Airport on the outskirts of... The Washington Times http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1389194/posts#comment Fri, 22 Apr 2005 18:32:49 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1381415/posts CQ HOMELAND SECURITY – BORDER SECURITYApril 8, 2005 – 8:28 p.m. Flight Plans? DHS May Resume Airlifting Mexican Illegals Back Home By Zack Phillips, CQ Staff The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is thinking about resuming a program to transport illegal aliens back to their hometowns in Mexico, rather than the present practice of expelling them at the Arizona border. The main clue that it might renew a program that was tried out last year was an unheralded notice from the department’s Bureau of Customs and Border Protection that it is looking for a firm to provide charter flights from... CQ.COM http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1381415/posts#comment Mon, 11 Apr 2005 15:20:21 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1343698/posts Globalist Perspective > Global Politics Tsunami Relief — The Great Indian Absence By Ashutosh Sheshabalaya | Wednesday, February 09, 2005 Why did the U.S. and European media virtually ignore the post-tsunami relief efforts mounted by the Indian military? Ashutosh Sheshabalaya argues that this failure is just another sign of the West’s inability to get over its stereotypes of India as a backward country. It’s time for the global community to give due recognition to this fast-emerging giant — or risk itself becoming out-of-date. n January 5, 2005, several thousand tons of wreckage and debris were cleared from Sri Lanka’s tsunami-crippled... www.theglobalist.com http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1343698/posts#comment Tue, 15 Feb 2005 17:15:11 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1340486/posts LOCKHEED MARTIN IN THE NEWS: LOCKHEED'S HERCULES MAY GET REPRIEVE: The Pentagon may not halt production of the Marietta-built C-130J Hercules after all, Sen. Johnny Isakson said Wednesday. President Bush released a budget proposal Monday that called for eliminating the plane after next year. But SECDEF Donald Rumsfeld has told Georgia lawmakers that the Pentagon is already re-evaluating that decision. Rumsfeld did not pledge to spare the plane during a meeting with senators Tuesday, Isakson said. But as soon as Sen. Saxby Chambliss and Isakson asked why the Pentagon was recommending that the plane be scrapped, Rumsfeld was quick to... Atlanta Journal Constitution http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1340486/posts#comment Thu, 10 Feb 2005 19:44:26 GMT