Pilots Continue Aerial Support in the Wake of Ida

Wednesday, September 08, 2021 at 08:43 PM ET

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A wide range of aircraft operated by volunteer pilots delivered supplies through the weekend to remote areas hit hard by Ida. Courtesy Brad Pierce/AeroBridge

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AeroBridge, a charitable aviation group, provided critical aerial support after Hurricane Ida, delivering over 90,000 pounds of essential supplies across 90 missions to affected areas.
Their efforts focused on remote and isolated communities, such as Galliano, Louisiana, where ground access was severely hampered by debris and official relief was significantly delayed.
Pilots conducted direct aerial surveys to objectively assess damage and ensure their aid was precisely directed to areas with the greatest unmet needs, avoiding redundancy with official relief.
The initiative garnered significant support from pilots and the local community, highlighting the vital role of general aviation in immediate disaster response until larger official aid can fully mobilize.

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Pilots Continue Aerial Support in the Wake of Ida

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