The 44th Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race got underway in Anchorage Saturday morning. 85 mushers and their dog teams hit the streets in Anchorage, traveling an abbreviated three miles during the ceremonial start. This year, for the first time, Alaska Dispatch News took to the skies to capture a different perspective on the last great race. Many thanks to our partners at Alaska Aerial Media for providing aerial support services.