C-123 Provider

The C-123 Provider was a short-range tactical transport formerly in U.S. service. It was designed to airlift troops and cargo to and from small, unprepared airstrips.

The C-123 had an unusual propulsion plant, with main power provided by two radial piston engines on wing nacelles, and auxiliary power provided by separate turbojet engines. Its fuselage was relatively short and squat with a flattened underside. The retractable tricycle landing gear were partially hidden in the wheel...