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Grumman SA-16A-GR Albatross 49-096
Grumman SA-16A-GR Albatross, 49-096, of D Flight, 9th Air Rescue Squadron, USAF at Wiesbaden Air Base, Frankfurt, Germany. 29 May 1951. Date: 1951
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1951 Albatross Frankfurt Grumman Rescue Squadron Usaf Wiesbaden Base
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the Grumman SA-16A-GR Albatross 49-096 of D Flight, 9th Air Rescue Squadron, USAF as it stands proudly at Wiesbaden Air Base in Frankfurt, Germany on May 29, 1951. The SA-16A-GR Albatross, a military variant of the Grumman Albatross amphibian aircraft, was primarily used for search and rescue missions during the post-World War II era. With its distinctive humpbacked design and large wingspan, the Albatross was well-equipped to handle various terrains and weather conditions, making it an essential asset to the US Air Force. In this image, the Albatross 49-096 is shown with its engines idling, ready for its next mission. The aircraft's red and white markings, along with the 9th Air Rescue Squadron insignia, are prominently displayed on the fuselage, signifying the plane's role as a lifesaver. The photograph's composition, with the Albatross framed against the backdrop of the airbase, emphasizes the importance of the aircraft in providing critical rescue services during this time. The SA-16A-GR Albatross served in various military operations throughout the world, including the Korean War, and was eventually replaced by more modern aircraft. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the crucial role that the Albatross played in the history of military aviation and the vital work of the US Air Force's rescue squadrons.
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