| Aircraft | |
|---|---|
| Registration / Serial: | 136786 |
| Alternate Serial: | 6786 |
| Military Code: | 600 |
| Aircraft Original Type: | Grumman C-1 Trader (G-96/G-125/TF) |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | Grumman C-1 Trader (G-96/G-125/TF) |
| Aircraft Version: | Grumman C-1A Trader |
| C/n (msn): | 39 |
| Operator Titles: | USA - Navy |
| Unit Markings: | CV-61 / Ranger |
| Aircraft Name: | Spirit of 76 |
| Location | |
|---|---|
| City / Area: | South China Sea / Off-Central Luzon [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity) |
| Country: | Philippines |
| Ship / Rig: | USS Midway CV41 |
| Photo Date: | April 1976 |
| Photo by: | Bob Thomas |
| Photo ID: | 386483 |
| Photo Comment |
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This C-1A was assigned to the USS Ranger. The USS Midway and the Ranger were both operating west of the Philippines in the South China Sea. US Bicentennial markings are on the a/c. This slide was taken from the LSO (Landing Signal Officer) platform on the Midway. This photo is copyright © Bob Thomas, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 26 August 2021, and has since been viewed 310 times. |