Military aircraft gave healthcare and essential workers a big “thank you” Thursday, for risking their own lives to save those suffering from COVID-19.
Nurses, doctors, firefighters, law enforcement officers and other front-line workers gathered outside hospitals to watch Ventura and Riverside County flyovers, as heroes honored heroes.
At about 2 p.m., a C-17 Globemaster III from March Air Reserve Base, soared right over the roof of Moreno Valley’s Kaiser Permanente, above a crowd of cheering hospital workers, many with tears in their eyes, thankful for the appreciation.
“It’s very emotional,” said Kaiser Admitting Manager Pamilah Grant, fighting back tears. “It’s been a long journey. Our team has been through a lot. Our nurses, doctors, front-line staff have been working so hard and it just feels good that they’re getting to be recognized today.”