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Afghan National Army Corps aircrews fly above Kabul on Mujahedeen Victory Day

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  • By U.S. Navy Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David Quillen
  • 438th Air Expeditionary Wing
KABUL, Afghanistan --  The Afghan National Army Air Corps demonstrated precision, capability, pride, and a little bit of fun today when they performed a small variety of close formations in low level flying above the city of Kabul. The demonstration was conducted as part of the Mujahedeen Victory Day celebration and parade in the city.

"I am very happy today and I know many of my friends and the city is happy too" said Mohammad Yousaf Wafa, Crew Chief, Mi-17 helicopter shortly before takeoff.

The Air Corps utilized a plethora of craft in the air show. In total the Air Corps used eight Mi-17 assault helicopters, four Mi-35 attack helicopters, two C-27 transport planes, and one AN-32 fixed wing craft.

This was the largest demonstration this year of the skill that the Air Corps has been developing since its inception. The Air Show was not just about demonstrating The Air Corps skill, but as Brig. Gen. Michael Boera, Commanding General, Air Expeditionary Wing, explains, also pride.

"Many of the wing members brought their children to the flight line and were very proud of their part in the parade and they had pride. Every aircraft was washed and spotless...pride."