VIETNAM WAR PATCH, USAF C-123 FLIGHT EXAMINER 311th AIR COMMAND SQUADRON

Description: THIS ITEM MEASURES 3 IN X 3 IN.The C-123 was a widely used aircraft throughout the Vietnam war, primarily used for the landing of US Special Forces units. The aircraft with powerful engines was capable of short landing and take-off operations into restricted jungle areas. It was also used for the para-dropping of Special Forces Personnel into Laos and Cambodia. The C-123 was the most widely used aircraft in the spraying of Agent Orange in Operation Ranch Hand. The C-123 was used, initially via landing and later by parachute drop to re-supply the USMC during the siege of Khe Sanh. The C-123 and it's pilot were respsonsible for the rescue of US Special Forces Operatives during the VC Assault on the Special Forces base at Kham Duc in May 1968. Candlestick operations were a primary role of the C-123 in it's 'Forward Air Control' ( FAC ) activities were they would drop flares into enemy strongholds and along enemy transport paths directing allied aircraft and artillery fire into these locations. The C-123 would identify enemy activity and movement along the Ho Chi Minh Trail in Laos, Cambodia and North Vietnam for allied helicopter Gunships, named 'Truck Killers' to detroy movement and disrupt supply lines.For orders of multiple items, please ask (or wait) for a revised invoice with reduced shipping charge BEFORE paying.Due to global pandemic and USPS reduction of services, mail delivery is slowing down. Please allow extra time. YOUR ITEM WILL BE SHIPPED WITHIN 24 HOURS UPON RECEIPT OF YOUR PAYMENT.FOR INTERNATIONAL BUYERS ONLY: WE WILL SHIP BY 1st CLASS MAIL. WE DO APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS. THANKS.PLEASE GIVE US AT LEAST 24 HOURS TO RESPOND BEFORE LEAVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK OR OPENING AN EBAY DISPUTE. THANK YOU.

Price: 9.98 USD

Location: Arlington, Texas

End Time: 2025-01-12T12:34:36.000Z

Shipping Cost: 1.3 USD