U.S. commercial airline pilots and crew have been making history as they fly thousands of passengers who were at risk in Afghanistan to new lives in the United States.
Aviation Community Steps Up to Fly Afghan Evacuees to Safety
Key Takeaways:
- U.S. commercial airlines have activated the Civil Reserve Air Fleet (CRAF) to transport thousands of Afghan evacuees to the United States following the military pullout.
- This marks only the third time CRAF has been activated in history, underscoring the historic and critical nature of the mission.
- Airline crews describe the flights as an emotional experience, witnessing evacuees arrive with minimal belongings, highlighting the profound impact on their lives.
- Major airlines like Delta, United, and American are involved, managing complex logistics, streamlining processing at U.S. airports, and facilitating customer donations to support evacuees.
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