C-141A Starlifter / USAFLockheed C 141A Starlifter airplane model. The StarLifter began squadron operation with MAC in April 1965, with a large cabin which could accommodate 154 troops, 123 fully equipped paratroops, or 80 stretchers with seats for up to 16 walking casualties or attendants. The aircraft's capability was amply demonstrated during operations in Vietnam, but it was soon realized that inflight refueling capability was essential, and that in most cases the C

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The U-2 is a single-seat

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tactical insertion of combat troops and equipment

the X-1A was lost just before its first NACA test flight when it had to be jettisoned from the launch aircraft following an onboard explosion

it became one of the war's most produced bombers

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the only nation outside of the US to operate it

The C-21A aircraft provides operational support airlift for Air Force Commanders