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THE GLORY DAYS OF AIR AMERICA

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  Air America was a CIA-owned and operated airline that played a significant role in the Vietnam War, primarily focusing on covert operations and logistical support .  They flew search and rescue missions for downed US aviators, transported personnel, supplies, and refugees, and provided logistical support to the Royal Lao Army and other forces in Laos.  Air America's activities included transporting troops, CIA agents, war materials, and even prisoners.   Here's a more detailed look at their activities: Search and Rescue : Air America's primary role was to support the search and rescue of downed US pilots and personnel in Laos and North Vietnam.   Logistical Support: They provided logistical support to the Royal Lao Army, the  Hmong Army ,  and other combatant forces in Laos, as well as in Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia.   Refugee Evacuations: Air America played a crucial role in the evacuation of refugees, especially during the fall of Saigon i...

JANET: The airline you’ve never heard of !!!

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  "Janet Airlines" is the unofficial name for a highly classified fleet of passenger aircraft operated by the United States Department of the Air Force.  It serves as an employee shuttle, transporting military personnel, Department of Defense (DoD) civilians, and contractors to Special Access Program Facilities (SAPF), including the infamous Area 51. Here's a summary of what's known about Janet Airlines:  * Purpose: To provide discreet transportation for personnel working on classified projects at secure government and military installations.  * Operations Base: Primarily operates out of a private terminal at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas, Nevada.  * Destinations: While secretive, known destinations include:    * Area 51 (Homey Airport/Groom Lake, KXTA)    * Tonopah Test Range (XSD)    * Edwards Air Force Base (EDW)    * Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake (NID)    * Palmdale Plant 42 (PMD)...