K25 slide scan. Built 1948 as 45-57814 for USAF, surplus 1954, sold as N2047A . Acquired 1956 by TWA, uprated and modified as flying workshop and spare engine carrier. Registered N9701F, in use until 1972. Briles Wing Helicopter 1973, Ball Brothers 1978, Northern Pacific Transport 1982, Alaska Aircraft Leasing 1987, Hawkins and Powers 1992. Restored to flying condition and flown 15 October 2006 to Aviation Museum, Hagerstown, MD as final flight of type.
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