C40a clipper the c40a clipper is a boeing 737700 next generation aircraft equipped with an oversized cargo door that offers multiple passenger and cargo configurations and combinations. Since the first delivery to the navy in april 2001, the c40a continues to be phased in to replace the navys aging fleet of c9b skytrains. The aircraft also performs other operational support missions. The c40a clipper provides critical logistics support to the united states navy. I believe that this article is somewhat related to the air force one article so i have created a link from there to here and added picture of the nicknamed airforce three c40b courtesy of usaf public domain. Click on the link and the file will download from the internet archive. The c40a is a military derivative of the 737700 commercial airliner with a maindeck cargo door that was modified at boeings wichita facility for troop and cargo transport missions.
Like the legacy c9bdc9, the c40as designated mission is to be the navyunique intratheater mediumlift capability for passengers and cargo worldwide. It is used by both the united states navy and the united states air force, and has been ordered by the united states marine corps. This page is a collection of my favourite photographs that i have taken of or from the the 737. Defense contractor awarded millions for jacksonville project. This is the 1200 scale c40a clipper us navy plastic model kit from hasegawa. The c40a clipper is a modified boeing 737700 combi, also known as the 737700c, commercial aircraft designed to meet the. The us navy has ordered 11 c40a clipper aircraft under the navy unique fleet essential airlift replacement aircraft nufeara programme. Navy systems from patrol craft to nuclear submarines are comprehensively described in this detailed, uptodate encyclopedia of naval equipment.
To provide 247 worldwide logistics support for all military forces as directed by the dod. Key systems, programs, initiatives including ships, submarines, aircraft, carriers, weapons. The c40a or clipper provides critical logistics support to the united states navy. For a list of naval aircraft designated under the post1962 unified department of defense designations, see list of military aircraft of.
Us navy orders final two c40a clippers warnesys world. For a complete list of naval aircraft designated under the pre1962 united states navy designation system, see list of military aircraft of the united states naval. The c40a is a variant of the boeing nextgeneration 737700c civil aircraft. Aircraft c2a greyhound logistics support aircraft c40a clipper navy unique fleet essential airlift nufea ct hercules intratheater airlift aircraft ch53e super stallion helicopter ch53k king stallion heavylift replacement hlr helicopter cmv22b osprey tiltrotor aircraft ea6b prowler.
By awf2 olana wesleystaff writerthe vr58 sunseekers brought a new c40a clipper aircraft from the boeing facility in wichita, kan. C40 clippers hitting their stride, despite past controversy. A4 skyhawk launches off uss coral sea cva43 aircraft losses in vietnam. Designed to offer mission flexibility, the c40a is a versatile faacertified 737700 convertible combi aircraft, optimized to transport passengers and cargo. The nook book ebook of the 2011 navy program guide.
Boeing delivers us navys 12th c40a air forces monthly. The fleet logistics support squadron 51 vr51 windjammers operate out of marine corps base hawaii in kailua windward side of oahu. Boeing delivered the 12th and final c40a clipper aircraft of current orders to the us navy on october 21. Today, the c40a clipper serves the us navy in a personnel and cargo transportation role. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. The islanders of fleet logistics support squadron 61 will say goodbye to caboose, the last navy c9b skytrain ii in the navys inventory june 29. Virginia beach fleet logistics support squadron vr 56, the globemasters of naval air station nas oceana gained their first c40a clipper transport aircraft in a transfer from the conquistadors of vr57, based in nas north island, calif. Us navy 050108n6954b023 crew members load supplies onto a c40a clipper aircraft assigned to the lone star express of fleet logistics support squadron five nine vr59.
Boeing awarded navy logistics aircraft sustainment contract. Martin m pan american world airways paa pan am 1927 1991 nc14716 china clipper. Learn more c40a clipper usn, ry5831 us navy gemini diecast display model. Boeing c40a contract award department of defense dod govcon govconwire logistics aircraft navair naval air systems command navy. Its sister squadrons have already transitioned to the c40a which is a variant of the boeing 737. This event signifies the end of an era with the c9b as vr61 ushers in a new era with the navys c40a clipper. Boeing c40 clipper and 1 related entities entities finder. Navy tailors best commercial practices for military use. The c40a is modified with a large cargo door, and the strengthened wings and landing gear of the 737800. During the transition to the c40a the squadron had to adjust training schedules to allow some aircrew to be trained on the new aircraft while retaining other aircrew to fly the c9b. The only thing it has in common with its historic namesake is the manufacturer, boeing. Boeing c40a clipper of vr51 lands at marine corps air station kaneohe bay on 26 july 2019 190726mug173.
The venerable c9 has served the fleet exceptionally well for years, but with an average. Vr56 accepts delivery of first c40 clipper top stories. This massive 500page report also includes the latest navy program guide document, providing an overview of key systems, programs, and. The c40a is a 737700 derivative modified at the companys wichita facility for. The aircraft can operate in three configurations allpassenger, allcargo or combi. Ba rolled out the 5000 th nextgeneration 737 this week. Since 1997, the navy has ordered eight c40as to begin replacing its aging fleet of 29 c9b skytrain aircraft used to transport cargo and passengers around the world. This photo is protected and may not be used in any way without proper permission. The c40a clipper, the us navys replacement airlift aircraft. It is used by both the united states navy and the united. It is replacing the aging c9 skytrain and c20g gulfstream fleet. To track flight time, sim time, night flight time, number of landings, types of approaches, and mishaps.
C40a clipper logistics aircraft the us navy fact file. The navy c40a variant is named clipper, whereas the usaf c40bc variants are officially unnamed. The usmc and the us navy call their version of that aircraft the c40a clipper. Civil and militar aviation, lots of nostalgia, vintage, window seat views, aerial views, air to air, cockpits, etc no jet. During a 9 september 2000 ceremony at boeing field in. The navy c40a variant is named clipper, whereas the usaf c40b c variants are officially unnamed.
The contract is for the acquisition, modification, acceptance and. Founded in 1993 by brothers tom and david gardner, the motley fool helps millions of people attain financial freedom through our website, podcasts, books, newspaper column, radio show, and premium. The c40a aircraft entered service with the us naval reserve fleet support squadron in april 2001. The squadron has recently transitioned from the c20g gulfstream iv to the c40a clipper boeing 737700c. Boeing builds the c40a as a transport aircraft for the united states marines, navy and to support the u. Vr61 is the last navy reserve squadron to fly the c9b. Vr58 accepts new c40a clipper news the florida times. Subscribe online at uk or contact the membership secretary. C40a is derived from boeing 737700c and certified to operate in allpassenger and allcargo configurations or a combination of both. Boeing has delivered the 12th and final c40a clipper aircraft to the us navy. However, the c40a has significantly increased cargohauling capabilities as well as its operational range.
Lets look at some of the accomplishments of the c40a clipper. The boeing c40 clipper is a military version of the boeing 737700c next generation airline transport. This logo indicates that a file is no longer available on the internet. The search is all but assured to lead it to the aircrafts sole. Witness provides hope and a knowledge that freedomliving is possible because gods will conquers all.
British airways 737400500 blue pool by sally tuffin, england liveries unlimitedairway graphics 1. Features the c40 bc is based upon the commercial boeing 737700 business jet. Naval aircraft currently used by the united states navy and the united states marine corps. Transition to c40as april 2001first squadron to transition to boeing 737700 next generation modified with a large cargo door and strengthened wings. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. In the age of sail, clippers were some of the fastest ships afloat.
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