Matsushima AFB affected by Tsunami
Posted: Fri Mar 11, 2011 12:19 pm
Although the Earthquake and resulting Tsunami is an obvious national tragedy for the Japanese there has been a major impact on aviation in the country as well. The Matsushima AFB, which is just north of the city of Sendai, and the Sendai International Airport were hit by the Tsunami wave. Matsushima AFB is home to the Blue Impulse JASDF Display Team. It is also home to an advanced Fighter Training Squadron (F-2B) and Air Rescue Wing (UH-60B). There are photos being posted showing F-2B's submerged out on the tarmac... hopefully all personnel are safe.