Last UK troops begin to arrive back to UK from Afghanistan

Air Commodore David Manning discusses the scale and challenges of a major airlift operation, second only to the Berlin Airlift. The operation involved extensive use of aircraft and crews, highlighting the Royal Air Force's agility and engineering success. Despite risks at Kabul Airport, the trained crews managed to deliver effectively.

What historical airlift is the current operation compared to in terms of scale?

• The Korean War Airlift

• The Berlin Airlift of 1948

• The Vietnam Airlift

• The Gulf War Airlift

How many aircraft were utilized daily during the airlift operation?

• 25 aircraft

• 19 aircraft

• 30 aircraft

• 15 aircraft

Which aircraft had the most crews involved in the airlift?

• C-17

• A400M

• C-130

• Voyager

What is highlighted as a strength of the Royal Air Force in managing the airlift?

• Financial resources

• Large number of aircraft

• Agility and flexibility

• Advanced technology

What was a significant challenge for pilots approaching Kabul Airport?

• Weather conditions

• Air and ground threats

• Communication issues

• Lack of fuel