RF 4C Phantom II - Jasper, AL - Static Aircraft Displays on Waymarking.com

In the early 1960s, the USAF recognized the need for more tactical reconnaissance aircraft to reinforce the RF-101s then in service. The USAF chose a modification of the F-4C fighter. The RF-4C development program began in 1962, and the first production aircraft made its initial flight on May 18, 1964. The Air Force officially accepted a total of 499 RF-4Cs.

The RF-4C can carry a variety of cameras in three different stations in its nose section. It could take photos at both high and low altitude, day or night. The RF-4C carried no offensive armament, although during the last few years of its service some were fitted with four AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles for defense.

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Dedication plaque text:
Dedicated to the Walker County air crew members who flew the F-4C Phantom in the Persian Gulf.
Capt. Joey Sanders
Capt. David Smith
Capt. Cliff James
1LT. Jerry Byars Jr.
In memory of
Capt. John R. McDaniel who was killed March 6, 1994 on a training mission in southwest Georgia

Type of Aircraft: (make/model): RF 4C Phantom II Tail Number: (S/N): Not visible Construction:: original aircraft Location (park, airport, museum, etc.): Small park inside / outside: outside Other Information:: Not listed Access restrictions: Not listed

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