Waco CG-4

Aircraft

The Waco CG-4 was the most widely used American troop and cargo military glider of World War II. Designed by the Waco Aircraft Company, it was designated CG-4A by the United States Army Air Forces. British service called it Hadrian, after the Roman emperor. Flight testing began in May 1942, and more than 13,900 CG-4As were eventually delivered.

Role: Troop and cargo military glider
Designer: Waco Aircraft Company
Deliveries: More than 13,900 CG-4As

Sources and credits

Article: Waco CG-4 (English Wikipedia)
Wikidata: Q1752671
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