| Aircraft | |
|---|---|
| Registration / Serial: | 06-6156 |
| Alternate Serial: | 66156 |
| Aircraft Original Type: | McDonnell Douglas C-17 Globemaster III |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | Boeing C-17 Globemaster III |
| Aircraft Version: | Boeing C-17A Globemaster III |
| C/n (msn): | 50164 / F163 |
| Operator Titles: | USA - Air Force |
| Unit Markings: | 60 AMW / 349 AMW / AMC |
| Aircraft Name: | Spirit of Golden Bear |
| Location | |
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| City / Airport: | Glasgow - PrestwickMap |
| Region / Country: | Scotland, United Kingdom |
| Airport Codes: | ICAO: EGPK IATA: PIK Local: - Other: - |
| Photo Date: | 10 July 2014 |
| Photo by: | David A. Montgomery |
| Photo ID: | 746511 |
| Photo Comment |
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On final approach to Runway 31 at Prestwick for an overnight stop as RCH275. Displays the name "Spirit of Golden Bear" on its nose. Carries the markings of the USAF Air Mobility Command's 60th and 349th AMWs located at Travis AFB, Fairfield, California. The aircraft's white "Travis" tailband includes the California golden bear from the California state flag. The first operational Lockheed C-141 Starlifter was based at Travis and nicknamed "Golden Bear". On retirement it was placed on special commemorative static display at the base. This photo is copyright © David A. Montgomery, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 8 November 2024, and has since been viewed 78 times. |