C-141 Starlifter – PDF

The Lockheed C-141 Starlifter was developed during the early 1960s to provide the United States Air Force with a fast, long-range jet transport capable of rapidly deploying troops, equipment, and supplies anywhere in the world. Designed by the Lockheed Aircraft Corporation, the aircraft featured four turbofan engines, a high-mounted swept wing, a rear loading ramp, and a spacious cargo compartment optimized for military operations. As the Air Force’s first purpose-built jet transport, the C-141 dramatically reduced deployment times compared to the piston and turboprop aircraft it replaced.

The Starlifter entered service during the height of the Cold War and quickly became an essential element of America’s global airlift capability. During the Vietnam War, it transported troops, cargo, medical supplies, and ammunition while also performing thousands of aeromedical evacuation missions that returned wounded personnel to hospitals around the world. The aircraft’s speed and reliability made it one of the most heavily utilized transports of its era.

Throughout its distinguished career, the C-141 supported military operations, humanitarian relief efforts, and rapid deployment missions across every continent. Modernized C-141B variants featured aerial refueling capability and an extended fuselage, further increasing their usefulness. Although eventually replaced by the larger C-17 Globemaster III, the Starlifter established the standard for modern strategic airlift and played a crucial role in projecting American military power throughout the Cold War.

What’s Included:

• 12 1.5” square counter images
• 24 1” square counter images
• 36 .75” square counter images
• 40 .625” square counter images
• Numbered Images to assist with game organization and tracking
• Printable PDF format for personal gaming use

Each image size is contained on a ½ sheet.

• Enables users to save paper and print 2 types of aircraft on the same page.
• Print one set of aircraft images then reverse the page in the printer and print a second type of your choice on the same page.