Photo Information Master Sgt. Chris Ringland prepares to launch the cargo from the back of a C-27 Spartan during an airdrop July 1, 2010, over Afghanistan. This is the first air drop conducted by an aircrew for the C-27 in Afghanistan. Sergeant Ringland is with the 438th Air Expeditionary Advisory Group. (U.S. Navy photo/Petty Officer 2nd Class David Quillen) Download Details Share Photo essay: C-27 airdrop over Afghanistan 8 Jul 2010 | Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class David Quillen PRINT SHARE OVER AFGHANISTAN (AFNS) -- Airmen from the 438th Air Expeditonary Advisory Group launch the first airdrop from a C-27 Spartan July 1. View the slideshow.