C-97 in Azores 1952

Mon Feb 16, 2009 2:20 pm

Here's a slide from my Dad's collection I thought I'd share with everyone. C-97 at Lages Airfield in the Azores, August 1952.
Jerry

Mon Feb 16, 2009 2:35 pm

Great photo. I'm not certain how anything shaped like that can be attractive, but it is to me. They look nice without the boom and wing tanks.

Thanks, Jerry!

Mon Feb 16, 2009 3:46 pm

Second Air Force wrote:Great photo. I'm not certain how anything shaped like that can be attractive, but it is to me.

You know, you left yourself wiiiiiiiide open for comments there, Scott. But I'm not gonna take that easy shot. :lol:

Gary

Mon Feb 16, 2009 3:48 pm

Great photo, Jerry!
My Dad was on the air tanker portion of the C-97 program right at that exact time. I have a lot of interesting stories and I'm sure you do too.

Mon Feb 16, 2009 7:11 pm

Jerry!

That looks like it could be the BAHF fleet, judging by the nose of that C-54E to the right!

I hope that fuel truck has enough fuel for that thirsty machine!

Mon Feb 16, 2009 7:37 pm

Hi Kevin;
Actually, I got more with the C-54 also.
When I get a chance I'll post those too.

BTW, talked to Tim last week. A couple of us Airdales may be stopping down in the next two or three weeks for a visit.
Dying to see the C-97!
Blue skies,
Jerry

Mon Feb 16, 2009 7:45 pm

Great photo!

Thanks for sharing it!

Mon Feb 16, 2009 8:22 pm

Jerry O'Neill wrote:Hi Kevin;
Actually, I got more with the C-54 also.
When I get a chance I'll post those too.

BTW, talked to Tim last week. A couple of us Airdales may be stopping down in the next two or three weeks for a visit.
Dying to see the C-97!
Blue skies,
Jerry

Hope you're bringing work clothes and tools!

...oh and money.. lots and lots of money..... :shock:

See you then, Jerry!