although all japanese soldiers have left iraq, jasdf forces continue to play a minor support role. as of november 2006, jasdf transport aircraft were assisting coalition forces by airlifting materials and personnel between iraq and kuwait. the airlift mission was extended until july 31, 2007, at which point it was extended again for another two years. as of november 26, 2008, 671.1 tons of supplies have been transported since march 2004.