Connie "Project Magnet"

Original Tempera Painting

Signed: Sonny Schug  22" x 17"

The NC-121K Connie, also known as the WV-2 or EC-121K, was a variant of the Lockheed Constellation aircraft used by the United States Navy. It served as a long-range airborne early warning (AEW) platform during the Cold War era.

The NC-121K featured a large radome mounted on top of the fuselage, which housed a radar system for detecting and tracking enemy aircraft. This radar allowed the aircraft to provide early warning of potential threats and played a vital role in protecting naval forces and airspace.

The Connie aircraft, including the NC-121K variant, played a significant role in maritime patrol, reconnaissance, and surveillance missions. They were used by the Navy for several decades, primarily from the 1950s to the 1970s.

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