A large-scale bombing only took place for one day. In the following days, when the Twelfth Special Mixed Fleet had withdrawn to resupply with ammunition, air strikes primarily for suppression against Jibu Fortress were carried out, preventing the damaged airports and ports from being put back into use.
In fact, it was mainly to prevent Bulan troops from deploying long-range combat aircraft to Jibu Fortress.
As for tactical fighters, they were not a major threat.
This suppressive nature of combat operation continued until October 12.
That day, the first field airport on Socotra Island was completed, and the accompanying pontoon-style docks were officially put into operation.
Importantly, the deep-water anchorage area outside the docks was also initially established.
Although transferring goods required the use of smaller landing ships like barges, it was much faster than transporting them to the beach via landing craft.
