The sky wasn’t just the limit for Richland Northeast’s Navy Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (NJROTC) recently; it became their classroom.
On September 5, cadets from the program had the unique opportunity to board a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III for a one-of-a-kind orientation flight, providing them with a firsthand look at military aviation and operations. The event, coordinated in collaboration with Charleston Air Force Base and local military partners, allowed cadets to step aboard the same aircraft responsible for delivering troops, vehicles, and humanitarian aid around the globe.
For many cadets, this was their first time flying, and the experience left an indelible mark. Once aboard the colossal cargo aircraft, students were given an exclusive tour of the cockpit, cargo bay, and emergency systems. Aircrew members shared insights on the aircraft’s operations and the vital role it plays in both combat and disaster relief missions…