Escape From Kabul | Afghan Pilot's Journey | 52 Documentary

328,450

2,800 0

Published 2024-04-22

In the chaos of a country on the brink of collapse, those tasked with defending and helping others soon found themselves in dire need of rescue. Khial Shinwari witnessed the horror of the American withdrawal from an Afghan military base. He never expected his country would fall into the Taliban's hands again. Amidst the evacuation, the 35-year-old Afghan air force pilot's mission was to fly other people to safety, 130 in all. But as the Taliban closed in, he found himself planning his own and his family's escape to the United States, leaving his life and career behind. Now, he grapples with a vastly different life but refuses to give up on his dreams of taking flight again.

» Subscribe to VOA News: bit.ly/3KIPysi
» Watch more VOA News video: youtube.com/voanews

Voice of America (VOA) is the largest U.S. international broadcaster, providing news and information in more than 40 languages to an estimated weekly audience of 236.8 million people. VOA produces content for digital, television, and radio platforms. It is easily accessed via your mobile phone and on social media. It is also distributed by satellite, cable, FM and MW, and is carried on a network of approximately 3,000 affiliate stations.

Since its creation in 1942, Voice of America has been committed to providing comprehensive coverage of the news and telling audiences the truth. Through World War II, the Cold War, the fight against global terrorism, and the struggle for freedom around the globe today, VOA exemplifies the principles of a free press.

Connect with VOA News:

» VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.voanews.com/
» LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE: www.facebook.com/voanews
» FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/voanews
» FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: twitter.com/VOANews
» FOLLOW US ON THREADS: www.threads.net/@voanews
#afghanistan #kabul #pilot #documentary #news #voanews

All Comments (21)

@khialshinwari8462 2 months ago

Hello everyone, Thank you for your concerns and good thoughts, This is an old documentary Luckily I am flying Boeing 767 for an Airline. Thank you 🙏 All.
@kilgroyproductions1658 3 months ago

My best friend since childhood is from Syria both parents were doctors that owned their own practices. Moving to the United States their medical degrees were no longer recognized. So they had to go back to medical school in the US. Now both very successful and own their own practices here in the US now. My point is no matter how long it takes do what makes you happy!
@HiDragLowSpeed 3 months ago

This guy is a better American than most Americans born stateside. Nowadays, everyone takes everything for granted. These people know how to live their lives to the best they can be. It is a fresh start for them so to speak. Good luck to him and his family. Go grab that American dream.
@dorismathew6423 3 months ago

such a qualified man should be employed according to his qualification!
@calilocal4134 2 months ago

He will be back as a pilot for sure.May God bless him and his family.
@SL.TRAKKQSS 1 month ago

Good luck champ with your dreams of flying again
@davidnguyen3363 3 months ago

My family went through this after the fall of Saigon. My dad was also a pilot in the airforce and was given a choice to evacuate first.
@sport5751 3 months ago

it absolutely lie that Taliban killing previous army Pilots. Now all pilots that working with taliban are from previous army why the didn't kill them. and also some came back from the west to serve back to the country
@loveman2219 3 months ago

Non of the pilot have been killed so far and all of them doing their routine job in Kabul airport, and they live in Kabul with respect while in USA all the professional Afghan staff are driving Uber 😢 for real 😳or some store keepers .i am not representing Taliban but this is ground reality. Trump and Biden administration handover the entire country to Taliban we never expect that so far step .for the last 20 years we sacrificed so much brought back the dead Afghanistan on foot once again and Trump administration just handover to Taliban like a plate full French fries . Shame shame
@shanehayes9349 1 month ago

I salute you, Sir! I hope you and your family are doing well. A true patriot!
@m.massab9653 1 month ago

i am the citizen of Pakistan i loved this story , believe me brother we have no hatred for afgans our enemy is my army
@شهنشاه 2 months ago

As an Afghan, I am proud of him. He is so brave, and I am sure that he is capable of doing everything that he wants. Love you form heart of Afghanistan, Kabul.🖤❤💚 موفق و پیروز باشی هم وطن
@bartinadikgale1832 1 month ago

God bless you and your family.❤️love& prayers🙏from SA🇿🇦
@Tangga1boy01 1 month ago

These are good people and need the help. God bless you brother and your family.
@chantara8458 1 month ago

Why can't they take this man into a Air force??. He has been flying American military planes and has equal qualifications.
@annieferrer501 2 months ago

I'm proud of you for saving people may GOD continue to strengthen bless and protect you and ur family bro.
@user-xs5le1en1o 2 months ago

Wow,what a inspiration..God bless you sir and your family..salam alaikum
@emojiemoji7725 1 month ago

God bless you my friend, fellow aviator! I wish you and your family the best of luck!
@ghulamhazrat7800 3 months ago

Thousands military personnel still live Afghanistan , they are ok. Hope you return back your country.
@MarkAnthonyHenderson 2 months ago

I hope he can get back into the sky and become an airline pilot. I also hope his family, both in Afghanistan and the US are healthy and safe.