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Douglas R4D-8 50772 US Navy
Douglas R4D-8 50772 US Navy ca 1952 (MSN ) ex USaF To US Navy 22 Oct 44; FAW-14 San Diego 22 Oct 44; San Diego Jan 45 Com Fair WC Apr 45; San Diego May 45. Date: circa 1952
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This photograph showcases a Douglas R4D-8 transport plane, specifically identified as 50772 of the US Navy, which was originally a C-54 Skymaster in the US Army Air Force under the serial number 43-49092. The transformation into a Navy aircraft occurred on October 22, 1944, when it was transferred to Fleet Air Wing 14 (FAW-14) based in San Diego. The plane's history with FAW-14 is well documented, with records indicating its presence at the ComFair WC in April 1945 and again in May 1945. The Douglas R4D-8, also known as the Skytrain, was an essential component of the US military's transport fleet during World War II, capable of carrying troops, cargo, and even patients for medical evacuation. This image, captured circa 1952, offers a glimpse into the rich history of this versatile aircraft and its service with the US Navy.
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