Douglas DC-3

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18 Apr 2026 · © KiwiAviation1

Douglas DC-3 on display in a museum hangar—a timeless icon of aviation history.

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Aircraft

DC-3 DC3

Polished bare metal with art deco trim; possibly retro airline but exact operator unclear

Manufacturer

Douglas

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Location

Christchurch International Airport

CHC/NZCH

-43.4890, 172.5320

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Christchurch International Airport CHC

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Aviation History

One of the most significant aircraft in commercial and wartime aviation, revolutionized air transport beginning in the 1930s.

Fleet Rarity

Currently very few airworthy DC-3s remain worldwide, mostly in museums or special operations.

Record Flights

Flew numerous legendary global and wartime routes; key in Berlin Airlift; some still operate adventure flights today.

Safety & Events

Extensive military and civil history, part of D-Day, Berlin Airlift, and more. The DC-3 is renowned for reliability and survivability.

Future Outlook

Almost all DC-3s are in museums, private collections, or operated for heritage flights.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney R-1830 Twin Wasp radial (typical for DC-3)

Engine

29.0 m

Wingspan

19.66 m

Length

2400 km

Range

300 km/h

Speed

21-32 passengers

Capacity

11960 kg

MTOW

5.16 m

Height

Approx. 895 kW (1200 hp) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Stage 2 (historical); no civil modern rating

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