You can't beat the old metallic and dayglo combination! This rarity is one of 15 Cessna Model 195s obtained by the USAF in 1949 to meet a need for a rugged aircraft with excellent performance for the Arctic rescue service. The floats were interchangeable with skis. The paint scheme shows the aircraft as operated by the 10th ARS at Elmendorf AFB, AK

22ARW KC-10A performs another touch n' go under dramatic lighting conditions during the late afternoon

This was one of 15 (essentially) converted Cessna Model 195 aircraft acquired by the USAF for Artic rescue duties. This example on display at the National Museum of the USAF wears the markings it carried whilst serving with the 10th Rescue Squadron at Elmendorf AFB, AS in 1949.