Douglas Douglas, DC7B

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2h ago · © Unknown

Dc7 at Sullenberger Aviation Museum

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Unstoppable Aviation · 1h ago

The other photos💀 lol

Cltflights · 2h ago

Sorry somehow two other photos got into here but just focus on the DC seven

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Classic propliner well captured, but thumb at the bottom and info panels distract from an otherwise solid museum shot.

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Aviation History

The Lockheed Super Constellation was an iconic piston-engined airliner of the 1950s, known for its distinctive triple tail and elegant design. It was a mainstay of TWA and other major airlines prior to the Jet Age, representing the pinnacle of luxury long-haul travel.

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Famous for pioneering transatlantic and long-distance non-stop flights in the 1950s, including record crossings and luxury services.

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Several Super Constellations were involved in notable incidents due to technical limits of piston engines, but the type is remembered for its role in commercial aviation and military service.

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four 18-cylinder Wright R-3350 Duplex-Cyclone Turbo-Compound engines.

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8,800 kilometers

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