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Mark Thiessen (AP)

Alaska State News

660-mile rescue flight highlights Alaska’s unique challenges

Mark Thiessen (AP)

The Alaska Air National Guard this week traveled nearly 660 miles (1,062 kilometers) to rescue a pregnant woman on a small island 2 miles (3 kilometers) from Russia.