by Mark W.
When I enlisted as an avionics systems technician in the Air Force
Reserves, the Lockheed C-141 was being extended to become the C-141B
Starlifter. The cargo jet was a wonderful workhorse providing airlift support
for Vietnam, Desert Storm, the Global War on Terrorism and numerous operations
over the years. After 40 years of continuous service, the Air Force retired the
last C-141. However, I can always see one of the old friends on display at
McGuire Air Force Base, New Jersey.
