The enormous rear loading ramp for the Gaw carrier slowly lowered to the dull whine of hydraulic rams. The cavernous hold where six full size Mobile Suits, and their equipment would easily be stored laid bare before the group as they ascended the ramp. Many of the girls chose to find seats in the passenger area, forgoing the suites where they can sleep in bunks. Ramba watched the girls step upon the carrier to head into battle. He felt both Pride, and Sadness. Like so many of the teachers at School. He didn't see some of the most powerful war machines that ever existed step upon that Carrier. He saw brave young girls going off to face an unknown adversary, and doing so with their hands tied. He let out a soft sigh before stepped onto the carrier himself.<br/><br/>Ramius would step upon the command Flight deck, and regard her crew. They were already in the process of warming up the GAW's engines and preparation for take off. She didn't say anything, but walked to take her seat. "Engines are at 76 Percent, and raising, Captain." One Female Engineering Tech called out without taking her eyes off her screen. "We have priority clearance from the tower. All other Air Traffic is being diverted into a holding pattern." the Comm's Tech reported. "Very good. Helm, Take us out." Ramius commanded.<br/><br/>at the front Wheels of the GAW, a team of tow vehicles were pulling the massive ship out of its specially reinforced hanger. Instead of the GAW taxing under its own power, this time it would be towed directly to the Runway. As the carrier was moved, Gouf stood by one of the large windows near the wing mounted Fighter Hanger where UN Skygrasper Fighters were stored. Gouf watched the world impassively as she tried to keep her mind clear.<br/><br/>once the GAW was at the end of the Runway, the Tow vehicles detached their cables, and quickly cleared the area as the four jet engine clusters started to spool up. Inside the GAW a dull roar was heard as the engines came up to full power, and the ship was propelled down the enormous length of Tarmac. The more speed it gained, the more the GAW shook, jostling the passengers, and crew within. About 3/4s the way down, the wheels slowly began to lift off from the surface of the Earth, and the plane started to climb Higher, and higher.<br/><br/>Once the Wheels were retracted, and the plane's ascent smoothed out, Ramius would get on the intercomm to make her announcement. "This is your captain speaking. We've just taken off, and is currently in route to the contested area. The flight will take approximately 18 hours. Make sure you use that time to get rested up. Commander Ral will be briefing you approximately one hour before landing. Be Prepared." Raimus announced before hanging up the microphone.<br/><br/>As the GAW climbed into the darkening sky, another much smaller plane passed as it began it final approach. The Passenger on board sneering with disgust as he watched the GAW depart, knowing full well what it contained.