The Fairchild C-119 Flying Boxcar was an American military transport aircraft renowned for its distinctive twin-boom and boxy fuselage design, which earned it its popular nickname. Developed from the World War II-era Fairchild C-82 Packet, the C-119 made its initial flight in November 1947, and over 1,100 units were produced before manufacturing ceased in 1955. Designed to haul cargo, troops (up to 62 fully equipped), litter patients, and mechanised equipment, its rear “clamshell” doors and high fuselage allowed for easy straight-in loading and the aerial deployment of large objects and paratroopers.