A uniquly named plane that has been known through the world over. The Albatross was used mainly in the rescue of soldiers in the Korean War. This mighty plane was acclaimed for capturing over 900 men. These planes were even shipped to over 17 nations, including Spain and Thailand. The plane grossed over 6,000 pilots in its cockpits and was recognized as a "forgiving plane" bye many of its drivers. Production of the Albatross stopped in September 1976, 25 years after its maiden flights.