airlift
noun/ˈeəlɪft/
/ˈerlɪft/
- an operation to take people, soldiers, food, etc. to or from an area by aircraft, especially in an emergency or when roads are closed or dangerous
- an airlift of food and medical supplies to the besieged city
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