XCG-47-787

Did you know the C-123 was originally designed as a glider? Here is the prototype XCG-20 47-787, it would later be fitted with podded J47-GE-11 engines same as the B-47. It would be the first US jet powered transport and was able to reach 500mph. #c123 #cg20 #usaf #j47 #b47 #aviationsafari #aviationpreservation #boneyardsafari