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The Group was briefed at 0430 hours, after which times were delayed by one hour, which is reflected in the times set out above. Loading was eighteen 250 pound General Purpose bombs and 2,500 gallons of gas. Because bad weather was expected upon return, crews were briefed to expect diversions. 38 aircraft had taken off by 0920 hours, after which the three spares and one abort returned early. By 1623 hours, all operational aircraft had landed safely under extremely poor weather conditions. Flying Control notes that "Lt. Col. Seawell talked aircraft of high squadron onto runway."
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