This plane was built in 1940. On July 31st 1992, this plane was involved in a major accident when the prop separated from the engine and hit a wing strut. Subsequently, both left wings collapsed and the plane spiralled down.
A USN S-3B Viking assigned to VS-30 "Diamond Cutters". Seen here on static display at NAS Fort Worth. Since February 2009, this type of aircraft is no longer in service. This plane went for storage to AMARG. VS-30 was deactivated in December 2005.
A USN S-3B Viking assigned to VS-30 "Diamond Cutters". Seen here on static display at NAS Fort Worth. Since February 2009, this type of aircraft is no longer in service. This plane went for storage to AMARG. VS-30 was deactivated in December 2005.