Originally Posted by
USMCFLYR
Maybe the C-17s out of WA are in addition to those already deployed to otehr regions or already involved in the relief efforts. Are you saying that they would really have C-17s sitting on the ramp unused for no good reason on the east coast? If so....I would definitely expect better planning on the AF's part; but having been involved in some logistical planning before - I'll give the big view planners some credit and say that I'll wager they are doing a pretty good job of allocating assets.
USMCFLYR
An emphatic YES !!! It isn't planning, it is the government.
Ironically, Obama is going to Massachussetts tomorrow. Anyone want to guess which has hire priority? Presidential support aircraft used for a last ditch effort hail mary political campaign stunt, or any other AMC mission including humanitarian relief?