Maj. George Metros, 36th Airlift Squadron pilot, banks left over a Micronesian island to ensure a bundle safely landed on the island during the 66th Operation Christmas Drop, Dec. 11, 2017. Over the course of 10 days, the aircrews airdrop food, supplies and educational materials to islanders throughout the Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas, Federated States of Micronesia, and Republic of Palau. ( Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. David Owsianka) Christmas Comes Early to Remote Pacific Islands, Courtesy of Air Force and Allies by #PACOM

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