KABUL, Afghanistan - The Afghan national army air corps demonstrated precision, capability, pride, and a bit of fun when they performed 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.
"I am very happy today and I know many of my friends and the city is happy too," said Mohammad Yousaf Wafa, crew chief on an Afghan Mi-17 helicopter shortly before takeoff.
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. It was the largest demonstration this year of the skills the Afghan air corps has developed.