Douglas DC-3

13 Apr 2026 · © KiwiAviation1

A beautifully preserved Douglas DC-3 on display in a museum, showcasing the legendary classic airliner's timeless design.

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Aviation History

Pioneering airliner of the 1930s-1940s; revolutionized air transport and played a major role in WWII as the C-47 Skytrain.

Fleet Rarity

Extremely rare in commercial/regular service; mostly found in museums, private collections, or as warbirds.

Record Flights

Famous for reliability and adaptability; no notable long-haul record flights, but instrumental in many historic airlifts.

Safety & Events

Extensive use in WWII, Berlin Airlift, and numerous postwar airlines; many notable operations and incidents due to longevity.

Future Outlook

Preserved/museum piece; unlikely to fly again.

Pratt & Whitney R-1830 Twin Wasp radial engines

Engine

28.96 m

Wingspan

19.66 m

Length

2,400 km

Range

333 km/h

Speed

21-32 passengers

Capacity

11,430 kg

MTOW

5.16 m

Height

Each engine approx. 1,200 hp (895 kW)

Thrust

Varies, typical for piston-propeller, predates ICAO ratings

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