01.20.1964 image in public domain. ( http://g159hrm.com)
Markings: "1380" lower nose / Emblem, Stars and Bars on fuselage / "VC-4A 02" on tail
The Coast Guard acquired a VC-4A from Grumman on 19 March 1963. It was
based out of National Airport in Washington, D.C. and served as the executive
transport for the commandant of the Coast Guard. After the Coast Guard
transferred to the Department of the Transportation, the Secretary of
Transportation also utilized this aircraft. In September 1983 the VC-4A was
transferred to Air Station Elizabeth City.
The Coast Guard ordered a second VC-4A but cancelled the order before
delivery.
According to a USCG Memo, dated 20 December 1973, the VC-4A's and the
VC-11A's authorized use included:
"These aircraft are used to provide air transportation on a demand basis, to the
Secretary [of Transportation] and members of his staff, the Commandant, U.S.
Coast Guard and members of his staff and such other personnel as may be
authorized by the Commandant. The VC-4A is normally used for all flights east
of the Mississippi and the VC-11A is normally used only for flights west of the
Mississippi or outside CONUS."
