Aerial view of two unidentified U S. Army planes in the air. The photo was included in a group of eighteen photographs of U.S. Air Force planes, helicopters, and paratroop demonstrations provided at the time of President Truman's visit of Fort Bragg, North Carolina, in October of 1949. This photo is likely an example of the kind of planes that President Truman viewed during the demonstration.
Aerial views of a Fairchild Packett C-82 airplane in flight, as well as its interior. This is an example of one of the planes viewed by President Truman during his visit to Fort Bragg, North Carolina, in October of 1949, to review airborne maneuvers as well as to review 20,000 troops and inspect new artillery weapons. With the seats removed and the entire space utilized, the C-82 can carry a disposable load of 21,500 lbs. Rear doors open vertically on center-line, and adjustable ramps permit cargo to be driven in. At right, a 105 mm.
Aerial view of the Fairchild Packet C-82 airplane in flight. This is an example of one of the planes viewed by President Truman during his visit to Fort Bragg, North Carolina, in October of 1949, to review airborne maneuvers as well as to review 20,000 troops and inspect new artillery weapons. The chief use of the Fairchild Packet C-82 is the transporting of troops and cargo.