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United States Air Force - Fairchild C-123J 56-4396
United States Air Force - Fairchild C-123J 56-4396 (msn 20280), formerly of the Alaska Air National Guard, in storage at MASDC awaiting disposal. Built as a Fairchild C-123B-19-FA Provider and converted to C-123J standard with Fairchild J44 auxiliary turbojets in wing-tip pods. Arriving at MASDC on 23 March 1976 this aircraft was then allocated to the Republic of Korea Air Force under the Military Assistance Program in 1977. Date: 1976
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1976 1977 Alaska Allocated Arriving Assistance Auxiliary Awaiting Converted Disposal Fairchild Guard Korea Masdc Pods Program Provider Standard Storage Turbojets Wing Tip
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Bring the thrill of aviation history into your home with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning photograph captures the United States Air Force Fairchild C-123J with the registration number 56-4396, formerly of the Alaska Air National Guard. Taken by the renowned Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, this print showcases the C-123J in storage at MASDC, awaiting disposal. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials to preserve the vivid colors and intricate details of the image. Add this unique piece to your collection and relive the rich history of the United States Air Force.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 44.6cm (24.4" x 17.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the United States Air Force (USAF) Fairchild C-123J 56-4396 (msn 20280), currently in storage at the Military Aircraft Storage and Disposition Center (MASDC) in Arizona, awaiting disposal. Originally built as a Fairchild C-123B-19-FA Provider in 1976, this aircraft underwent conversion to the C-123J standard with Fairchild J44 auxiliary turbojets installed in wing-tip pods. The C-123J's history is rich and varied. It was first allocated to the Alaska Air National Guard before being transferred to the Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF) under the Military Assistance Program in 1977. The aircraft arrived at MASDC on March 23, 1976, marking the beginning of its new chapter. The C-123 Provider is a versatile transport aircraft, capable of carrying cargo, troops, and even para-troopers. Its conversion to the C-123J standard allowed for increased performance and extended range, making it an invaluable asset to the military. However, as technology advances and newer aircraft models emerge, the C-123J, along with many other military aircraft, faces the prospect of retirement. As this photograph reveals, the once proud and powerful C-123J now sits quietly in storage, a testament to its past service and a reminder of the ever-evolving nature of military aviation. The future of this aircraft remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: its legacy as a vital component of the US military's history will endure.
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