Antarctic Airlift: Christchurch Gateway to Antarctica
Passengers departing under the United States Antarctic Program settle into a C-17 Globemaster III, assigned to the 62d Airlift Wing, assigned to the 62d Airlift Wing, assigned to the 62d Airlift Wing, at Christchurch International Airport, New Zealand, Oct. 20, 2024. The U.S. National Science Foundation manages the United States Antarctic Program and supports scientific research by overseeing a massive cooperative effort among researchers, the military, and civilian agencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colleen Anthony)