Cadfael Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 The 445th Airlift Wing will start replacing its Starlifters with the C-5 starting in October. The last flight is scheduled for the spring of 2006. More HERE. Link to post Share on other sites
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PhantomPhreakII Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 Yes, but the Hanoi Taxi will be retired to the USAF Museum... Harald Link to post Share on other sites
Chappie Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 I've ridden in a 141 twice in my 12 years in the Air Force. Once from Andrews to Eileson (9.5hrs non-stop!!!), that one was from the TN ANG that used the call sign ELVIS. The other was a MS ANG 141 from D-M to Andrews. On that trip we went from a warm 70 degrees at D-M to a snow and ice covered ramp at Andrews with a temp/wind chill of -10!!! As the jet taxiied onto our ramp the jet rocked around as it crunched over the ice! You could HEAR the ice crunching under the tires! Chappie Link to post Share on other sites
jmel Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 The first C-5 is due in here on Monday, 3 OCT, already wearing its "Wright-Patterson" tailflash. The C-141s have been slowly heading to D-M over the past few years. With the drawdown of other C-141 units, we've gotten replacements for the higher-time jets. I think the current 445AW inventory is about 11 jets. Jake Link to post Share on other sites
jmdmsu Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 I always like the C-141. They use to have them at the ANG base in Jackson (MS) so I saw them doing touch-and-goes numerous times. I was and still am impressed with how short a runway it used for takeoffs and landings. Jackson got rid of their starlifters and has C-17s now. Any kits out there for C-141? jason Link to post Share on other sites
mycole Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 fond memories as a child in the 141... everytime my dad would be stationed somewhere else, the starlifter was our taxi... to lajes field, frankfurt, etc. loud, cold, few little circular windows, uncomfortable seats facing backwards, but still fond memories for a young boy... Link to post Share on other sites
Keith Diamond Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 About 8 yrs ago, Charleston AFB still had some 141s. We had a JROTC tour of the base, and they showed us some of the C-17s that were being transitioned in, and the few 141s they still had left. A handful of the 141s they said were specially modified for Rangers or Special Ops or something along those lines. Anyone know anything about that? We could tell them apart from the rest of the 141s on the flight line becuase they still had the Euro scheme. Link to post Share on other sites
Koen L Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 About 8 yrs ago, Charleston AFB still had some 141s. We had a JROTC tour of the base, and they showed us some of the C-17s that were being transitioned in, and the few 141s they still had left. A handful of the 141s they said were specially modified for Rangers or Special Ops or something along those lines. Anyone know anything about that? We could tell them apart from the rest of the 141s on the flight line becuase they still had the Euro scheme. Those were the SOLL II (Special Operations Low Level version II) models. They could be distinguished by two bulges under the nose and later got the grey scheme as well. Koen Link to post Share on other sites
Keith Diamond Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 ah thanks Koen. I googled for that based on your response, and it answered the rest of my questions. Link to post Share on other sites
RipVW Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 Ahhhh – My best memories in a C-141, well . . . there aren’t many as most rides were long over-the-pond flights sitting in the back. A few flights experienced an unfair share of maintenance problems and delays. However . . . I had a return flight from Rhein-Main to DMAFB with the en-route customs stop at McGuire. Just after wheels up from Germany I asked if I could join the flight crew on the flight deck and occupy the jump seat. Over England at about 30,000 feet the pilot and co-pilot began straining to look forward (I didn’t have a headset, so I couldn’t pick up the conversation). After a few seconds I spotted what was gathering their attention: a small black spot trailing a nice black smoke trail. As we closed the gap the unmistakable F-4 gull wing became evident and the Phantom was right at our flight level – “This will be fun†I mused to myself. At that moment the Phantom rolled inverted and lined up directly on us!! Our closure rate had to be approaching 1,000 knots and the Rhino grew very big, very fast! As he flashed over the top of our Starlifter, canopy to canopy, I could see the US star and bar on the top side of the wing, and I cursed my stupidity for leaving the camera back in the aft cabin! The rest of the flight was a snoozer, but the Phantom Phly-past was truly awesome! ATB – - Rip - Link to post Share on other sites
Trojan Thunder Posted September 30, 2005 Share Posted September 30, 2005 I always like the C-141. They use to have them at the ANG base in Jackson (MS) so I saw them doing touch-and-goes numerous times. I was and still am impressed with how short a runway it used for takeoffs and landings. Jackson got rid of their starlifters and has C-17s now. Any kits out there for C-141?jason Dragon did a 1/200 version of the A and B models. I just got my hands on a (2 actually) home moulded 1/144 C-141C from a gentleman that works at Wright Patterson. The kit comes with the Hanoi Taxi or currently scheme decals. It is solid resin and the detail is very fine. Instructions are quite comprehensive. The only small drawback with the kit is that it does not come with langing gear. All the bays are moulded shut. I got 2 kits so I could experiment with one to open up the wells and add landing gear. I think I will be tacklng one of these kits early next year. :P Link to post Share on other sites
mycole Posted September 30, 2005 Share Posted September 30, 2005 Ahhhh – My best memories in a C-141, well . . . there aren’t many as most rides were long over-the-pond flights sitting in the back. A few flights experienced an unfair share of maintenance problems and delays. However . . . I had a return flight from Rhein-Main to DMAFB with the en-route customs stop at McGuire. Just after wheels up from Germany I asked if I could join the flight crew on the flight deck and occupy the jump seat. Over England at about 30,000 feet the pilot and co-pilot began straining to look forward (I didn’t have a headset, so I couldn’t pick up the conversation). After a few seconds I spotted what was gathering their attention: a small black spot trailing a nice black smoke trail. As we closed the gap the unmistakable F-4 gull wing became evident and the Phantom was right at our flight level – “This will be fun†I mused to myself. At that moment the Phantom rolled inverted and lined up directly on us!! Our closure rate had to be approaching 1,000 knots and the Rhino grew very big, very fast! As he flashed over the top of our Starlifter, canopy to canopy, I could see the US star and bar on the top side of the wing, and I cursed my stupidity for leaving the camera back in the aft cabin! The rest of the flight was a snoozer, but the Phantom Phly-past was truly awesome! ATB – - Rip - wow! what a great story! Link to post Share on other sites
RipVW Posted September 30, 2005 Share Posted September 30, 2005 Hey Jeff - Congrats on earning your boomer wings! As an aside on the Hanoi Taxi part of this string - when I was at HQ TAC (now ACC) the navigator for the Hanoi Taxi worked in my office. He gave me the approach plates for Hanoi and a two slides of NVAF helicopters on the ground in Hanoi! I'll have to dig around the archives and try to find them. If I locate the Hanoi approach plate, I'll PDF it and post it here. One of the helicopters was an Mi-8 with the tail number of 1999. I've got an 10 x 14 print of it in my big "Box-O-Photos". I'll have to try to find it and scan that one too. ATB - - Rip - Link to post Share on other sites
PhantomPhreakII Posted September 30, 2005 Share Posted September 30, 2005 Yes,but the Hanoi Taxi will be retired to the USAF Museum... Harald Glad we got to see it in person, eh Harald? Jeff Absolutely Jeff and I can't thank you enough for that opportunity.... Harald Link to post Share on other sites
PhantomPhreakII Posted September 30, 2005 Share Posted September 30, 2005 So, is the Hanoi Taxi back to its original paint scheme??? Yes, she is Harald Link to post Share on other sites
jmel Posted September 30, 2005 Share Posted September 30, 2005 So, is the Hanoi Taxi back to its original paint scheme??? It was repainted the last time it went through depot at Warner-Robins a few years ago (2002, I think?). The Air Force Museum had a hell of a time getting the USAF to accept the retro paint. I saw it today, and it still looks wonderful. Jake Link to post Share on other sites
Lenny Posted September 30, 2005 Share Posted September 30, 2005 Boy do I wish someone would make it 1/72. :( Link to post Share on other sites
Gerard Posted September 30, 2005 Share Posted September 30, 2005 I've only ever seen the C-141 once, when it flew at an airshow here in the UK. Aussie747 > I've got a Italeri 1/200 C-141A "Starlifter" kit if you're interested. Regards, Gerard Link to post Share on other sites
Tomcat Fanatic Posted September 30, 2005 Share Posted September 30, 2005 (edited) Anyone know which version of the C-5 will replace it? A, B, C, or M? Edited September 30, 2005 by Tomcat Fanatic Link to post Share on other sites
SinisterVampire319 Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 How about an -A model in 1/48! :o Any one of those cottage industry companies could do it. Next up a AC-5E Super Spectre with 2 - 155mm short barreled howitzers, Quad mount 40mm guns, 10 - 20mm Gatlings, and 4 - GAU-8/A 30mm's. :D :wacko: :lol: Cheers :lol: Link to post Share on other sites
jmel Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 Anyone know which version of the C-5 will replace it? A, B, C, or M? As, but it really doesn't matter. The varioius update programs have largely eliminated the differences between the A and B. The 445AW is getting 11 C-5s in total. 9 are coming from the 439AW at Westover. The first one, due in at noon on Monday is coming from Travis AFB, CA, and the last one is scheduled to arrive from Altus AFB, OK in the spring of 2007. Jake Link to post Share on other sites
grandadjohn Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 I know that the C-141 is a jump capable a/c , has the C-5 gained that statis and does the C-17 have that statis Link to post Share on other sites
Koen L Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 Next up a AC-5E Super Spectre with 2 - 155mm short barreled howitzers, Quad mount 40mm guns, 10 - 20mm Gatlings, and 4 - GAU-8/A 30mm's. :D :wacko: :unsure: Cheers Funny you say that... Link to post Share on other sites
PhantomPhreakII Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 Next up a AC-5E Super Spectre with 2 - 155mm short barreled howitzers, Quad mount 40mm guns, 10 - 20mm Gatlings, and 4 - GAU-8/A 30mm's. :D :wacko: :unsure: Cheers Funny you say that... WOW!!!!!!! Wonder how they've kept that one under wraps for so long..... ;) Harald Link to post Share on other sites
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