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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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Media ID 21132059
© The Peter Butt Aviation Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
1976 1977 Alaska Allocated Arriving Assistance Auxiliary Awaiting Converted Disposal Fairchild Guard Korea Masdc Pods Program Provider Standard Storage Turbojets Wing Tip
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the power and grace of the United States Air Force with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic Fairchild C-123J 56-4396 (msn 20280), captured in exquisite detail by the renowned Mary Evans Picture Library. This historic aircraft, formerly of the Alaska Air National Guard, is depicted in storage at MASDC, awaiting disposal. Bring this captivating image into your home or office and add a touch of aviation history to your space. Order your Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse today.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 34.2cm (21" x 13.5")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) 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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