Aleutian Islands Blizzard Causes Ground Operations Standstill

The video discusses air operations at an outpost that are disrupted by a storm, halting progress on the northern route to Tokyo. Official Air Force footage shows planes and equipment stalled in snow, with personnel working to dig out in harsh conditions. Eventually, the storm subsides, allowing the P38 aircraft to resume flying.

What causes the air operations at the outpost to come to a halt?

• An enemy ambush

• A lack of fuel

• A storm attack

• A mechanical failure

What is one of the main challenges faced on the northern route to Tokyo?

• Lack of navigation tools

• Shortage of pilots

• Enemy attacks

• Communication breakdown

What do the Air Force films show during the storm?

• Men digging out equipment

• A training exercise

• A successful mission

• Planes taking off

What is the weather condition described during the digging out of equipment?

• Sub-zero winds

• Rainy and humid

• Mild and sunny

• Foggy and cold

What happens after the storm subsides?

• The P38 planes fly again

• The mission is canceled

• A new storm begins

• The P38 planes are grounded