| Aircraft | |
|---|---|
| Registration / Serial: | 16-5840 |
| Alternate Serial: | 65840 |
| Military Code: | RS |
| Other Marks: | W7 |
| Aircraft Original Type: | Lockheed L-100 Hercules |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules (L-382) |
| Aircraft Version: | Lockheed Martin C-130J-30 Hercules |
| C/n (msn): | 382-5840 |
| Operator Titles: | USA - Air Force |
| Unit Markings: | 37 AS / 86 AW |
| Location | |
|---|---|
| City / Airport: | Glasgow - PrestwickMap |
| Region / Country: | Scotland, United Kingdom |
| Airport Codes: | ICAO: EGPK IATA: PIK Local: - Other: - |
| Photo Date: | 18 April 2023 |
| Photo by: | David A. Montgomery |
| Photo ID: | 566063 |
| Photo Comment |
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Taxiing for for departure from Prestwick's Runway 12, carrying markings applied to commemorate 37 Troop Carrier Squadrons WWII role in paradropping the first wave of troops opening the June 1944 D-Day landings. This photo is copyright © David A. Montgomery, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 22 April 2023, and has since been viewed 260 times. |