One of the more extreme engine conversions of the platform, the Chase XC-123A incorporated turbojets in pods like the Boeing B-47 Stratojet. [U.S. Air Force]
Key Takeaways:
The Fairchild C-123 Provider originated as the Chase XCG-20, a large unpowered assault glider, before being adapted into a powered cargo aircraft.
It is notable for having utilized five distinct engine configurations throughout its operational history, encompassing piston, turboprop, jet, and combined piston/jet power.
The definitive piston-powered C-123 served extensively in various military roles, while experimental variants included the addition of turbojet booster engines and an all-jet version (XC-123A) with four turbojets.
One of the more extreme engine conversions of the platform, the Chase XC-123A incorporated turbojets in pods like the Boeing B-47 Stratojet. [U.S. Air Force]
Not all cargo aircraft begin their lives as unpowered assault gliders. Fewer still go on to utilize five different engine configurations, encompassing piston, turboprop, jet, and combined piston/jet power.
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Jason McDowell is a private pilot and Cessna 170 owner based in Madison, Wisconsin. He enjoys researching obscure aviation history and serves as a judge for the National Intercollegiate Flying Association. He can be found on Instagram as @cessnateur.
