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CV–2B CARIBOU |
| The DeHavilland CV–2 CARIBOU entered U.S. Army service in January, 1961 as a front line medium transport capable of carrying 6000 + pounds of cargo or 32 combat equipped soldiers into unimproved and short fields. The Caribou proved it’s impressive capabilities during service in Vietnam from 1962 to 1971 when it was the main source of resupply at numerous, remote military locations throughout Vietnam and Southeast Asia . In 1967, all Army Caribous were turned over to the U.S. Air Force under terms of an inter–service agreement. The Air Force redesignated the aircraft as a CV–7 and operated the aircraft until 1982 in active, reserve, and guard units. In the early 1980’s, 20 Caribous were returned to Army National Guard duty where they served until the early 1990’s. The Caribou is the largest fixed–wing aircraft operated by the U.S. Army in its regular aircraft inventory. |
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OUR AIRCRAFT
Serial No. 62-4149 |
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| Accepted by the U.S. Army in 1962, our
aircraft was assigned to the 61st Aviation Company, XVIII Airborne Corps
at Ft. Bragg, NC in early 1963. On June 20, 1963 the 18 Aircraft,
including 62–4149, of the 61st AVN CO. were deployed to Vietnam. The
aircraft served with the Army in Vietnam until 1967 when it was turned
over to the U.S.A.F. serving with the 457th TCS and re– designated CV–7B.
1976–77: New Jersey ANG 1977–87: Maryland ANG 1987–90: Connecticut Army National Guard 1995–98: Two separate civilian owners 1999 to Present: Army Aviation Heritage Foundation Note: During the aircraft’s painting, 21 "patched" bullet holes were found throughout the aircraft testifying to the aircraft’s combat experience. |
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Specifications |
| Crew: Pilot, Co–Pilot, and Crew
Chief/loadmaster
Engines: Pratt & Whitney 1,450 hp R–2000 Radials Speed: 170 MPH (maximum) Range: 1400 miles Payload: 6,000 + lbs., 32 soldiers or 24 Paratroopers or 22 stretchers or2 jeeps. |
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