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Grumman C-1A Trader 146018
United States Navy (USN) - Grumman C-1A Trader 146018 (MSN 48), at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base for storage and disposal. Date: circa 1990
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© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans
1990 C 1a Davis Monthan Disposal Grumman Storage Trader Base
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This striking print captures the Grumman C-1A Trader 146018 of the United States Navy at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, circa 1990. The aircraft, with its distinctive design and markings, is seen in a moment of transition as it awaits storage and disposal.
The Grumman C-1A Trader was a versatile workhorse for the USN, used primarily for carrier onboard delivery (COD) missions to transport personnel and cargo between aircraft carriers and shore bases. This particular model, bearing the serial number 48, served faithfully before being retired from active duty.
Now resting at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, this once mighty aeroplane stands as a testament to its service history. The wear and tear of countless flights are evident on its weathered exterior, hinting at the stories it could tell if only planes could speak.
As part of The Peter Butt Aviation Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, this print serves as a poignant reminder of the passage of time in aviation history. It captures not just an aircraft but also a piece of American military heritage that will soon be consigned to memory.
In this image, we see more than just an airplane; we see a symbol of dedication, sacrifice, and innovation that has defined naval aviation for decades.
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