Navigating the C-124 Globemaster

Explore the fascinating history of the C-124 Globemaster in Navigating the C-124 Globemaster by Billy D. Higgins. Published by McFarland & Co Inc in 2019, this engaging paperback spans 219 pages and offers a unique perspective on Cold War aviation. Drawing from extensive research across archives, Air Force bases, libraries, and accident sites, Higgins combines his personal experiences as a navigator with detailed accounts of significant confrontations and strategies that shaped the era. Discover how the Douglas Aircraft Company’s delivery of the first C-124A to the Military Air Transport Service in 1949 influenced military transport operations. This book is a must-read for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike, providing an in-depth look at a pivotal aircraft in U.S. military history.