Douglas C-47 Skytrain (Dakota)

30 May 2026 · © Big Mike Aviation Photography

Douglas C-47 Skytrain 'That's All Brother' on display—the legendary lead ship for D-Day paratroop drops, preserved in stunning WWII livery.

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Douglas C-47 Skytrain (DC-3 military variant)

Douglas C-47 Skytrain (Military DC-3 variant)

Aircraft

C-47 Skytrain (Dakota) C47

WWII-era military livery with nose art (\'That\'s All Brother\')

Manufacturer

Douglas

Gear

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max back triple camera 6.765mm f/1.78

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 76.0

Great historic aircraft presence, but the crowd and tilted framing distract from the impact.

Location

Penn Valley Airport

SEG/KSEG

40.8206, -76.8639

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Penn Valley Airport SEG

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Aviation History

A legendary WWII military transport; this specific airframe \'That\'s All Brother\' led the main airborne invasion force on D-Day, June 6, 1944. The C-47 lineage forms the basis for the civilian DC-3, one of the most important aircraft in aviation history.

Fleet Rarity

Fewer than 150 C-47s are believed airworthy worldwide, with even fewer DC-3s and C-47s actively flying significant displays.

Record Flights

Participated in historic missions such as D-Day, Operation Market Garden, and the Berlin Airlift.

Safety & Events

\'That\'s All Brother\' was fully restored after being rediscovered and recognized for its pivotal D-Day role.

Future Outlook

This aircraft is preserved and maintained by a heritage group, frequently touring airshows and commemorative events.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney R-1830 Twin Wasp radial engines

Engine

28.96 meters

Wingspan

19.66 meters

Length

2,575 kilometers

Range

290 kilometers per hour

Speed

Troop transport configuration: up to 28 troops (varies by fit)

Capacity

12,474 kilograms

MTOW

5.18 meters

Height

Each engine approximately 1,200 hp (895 kW)

Thrust

Not applicable (pre-ICAO Chapter ratings; typically above 90 dB)

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