Fairchild C-123 Provider

The Fairchild C-123 Provider was one of the last piston-engined era cargo transport aircraft delivered to the United States Armed Forces. Its late entry during a time of rapid turboprop and jet aircraft development seemed to promise it a short service life. Yet during the Vietnam War, the C-123 carved an unforgettable place for itself in USAF history, performing essential tactical and paratroop l...