PAF C-130 plane shifts pilgrims from Dalbandin to Skardu

[Pakistani Fighter]

PAF C-130 plane shifts pilgrims from Dalbandin to Skardu
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5 hours agoNews Desk

On the instructions of Government of Pakistan, Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is undertaking relief operations in the fight against COVID-19.

In this regard, a PAF C-130 aircraft carrying zaaireen (pilgrims) from Dalbandin landed at Skardu airport. The zaaireen were kept in the makeshift arrangements at Taftan, the bordering town between Pakistan and Iran.

The pilgrims acknowledged the concerted efforts of the government for giving the best possible facilities at such a far-off place. They also thanked the PAF for arranging this special sortie for the people of Gilgit Baltistan.

According to a press release issued in Islamabad, PAF's Air Transport fleet is actively involved in carrying out relief efforts in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic and has airlifted tons of relief goods and medical equipment from the neighbouring country, China

 

[Invicta]

PAF C-130 plane shifts pilgrims from Dalbandin to Skardu
*Click the Title above to view complete article on https://www.24newshd.tv/.
5 hours agoNews Desk

On the instructions of Government of Pakistan, Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is undertaking relief operations in the fight against COVID-19.

In this regard, a PAF C-130 aircraft carrying zaaireen (pilgrims) from Dalbandin landed at Skardu airport. The zaaireen were kept in the makeshift arrangements at Taftan, the bordering town between Pakistan and Iran.

The pilgrims acknowledged the concerted efforts of the government for giving the best possible facilities at such a far-off place. They also thanked the PAF for arranging this special sortie for the people of Gilgit Baltistan.

According to a press release issued in Islamabad, PAF's Air Transport fleet is actively involved in carrying out relief efforts in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic and has airlifted tons of relief goods and medical equipment from the neighbouring country, China

Its times like these when I wonder why PAF never went for a heavy strategic lifter. Still good to see they are doing the best they can with what is available.

 

[litman]

completely disinfect the whole air craft. i am sure they have carried out the tests of all the zaireen before putting them into the plane.

 

[Haris Ali2140]

Its times like these when I wonder why PAF never went for a heavy strategic lifter. Still good to see they are doing the best they can with what is available.

A member was here saying that roads and rails are enough because Pakistan is small.

 

[Trailer23]

Flew on a USAF C-130 from one base to another (Iraq) in the late 2000's.

Quite an eventful period in time.

 

[Invicta]

A member was here saying that roads and rails are enough because Pakistan is small.

What if you need to lift heavy or bulk supplies to the front line in a short window?
C130s can only lift so much. Roads and rails are okay provided you have time on your hands. Heavy strategic transport opens up a host of options for planners.