Vietnam war in-country embroidered patch measures approximately 2.8" by 2.8" - used condition. A valuable addition to your Vietnam war military memorabilia collection.

USAF C-123-K-FAC refers to the C-123 Provider aircraft used by the United States Air Force (USAF) during the Vietnam War as a forward air control (FAC) aircraft. The FAC aircraft were used to provide tactical air support to ground troops by locating and directing air strikes against enemy targets.

The C-123-K-FAC was an adapted version of the C-123 Provider transport aircraft, which was designed for cargo and troop transport. The FAC version of the C-123 was equipped with special electronic sensors and communications equipment, which enabled it to detect enemy targets and communicate their locations to friendly aircraft.

The C-123-K-FAC played a vital role in the Vietnam War, especially in the early years of the conflict when the USAF lacked dedicated FAC aircraft. The C-123-K-FAC was used extensively for close air support missions, and its ability to operate from short and unimproved airfields made it an ideal aircraft for supporting ground troops in remote and rugged terrain.

Despite its importance in the early years of the Vietnam War, the C-123-K-FAC was eventually replaced by dedicated FAC aircraft such as the OV-10 Bronco and the A-37 Dragonfly.