The Lockheed C-141 Starlifter, a marvel of modern aviation, revolutionized military air transport when it entered service in 1965. This strategic airlifter, with its sleek design and powerful engines, was the first jet specifically designed to meet the U.S. Air Force's logistical needs. Capable of rapid, intercontinental troop and cargo movement, the C-141 played a pivotal role in operations around the globe, including critical missions in Vietnam, the Persian Gulf, and humanitarian efforts worldwide. Its impressive payload capacity and range, combined with the ability to perform air-to-air refueling, made it an invaluable asset until its retirement in 2006. Nicknamed 'Hanoi Taxi' for its role in repatriating American POWs from Vietnam, the Starlifter left a lasting legacy as a workhorse of the skies.
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