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Douglas DC-3

The story of the practical airliner begins with American designer Donald Douglas and the legendary DC-3, which set the foundation for modern commercial aviation. This first true airliner led to the development of hundreds of advanced aircraft over the past 80 years.
During World War II, the need for a reliable transport plane resulted in the C-47, a military version of the DC-3. After the war, surplus C-47s were sold to civilian buyers, helping many new airlines and operators expand.
Remarkably, the DC-3 is still in use today. Despite being replaced by larger and faster planes, it remains a reliable and durable aircraft.

This book, with over 110 photographs, celebrates the DC-3, its various roles, and the different liveries it has worn.
Previously published as "Aeroplane Classic Airliner: The Douglas DC-3", this edition offers a detailed look at this iconic aircraft's legacy.

Dettagli del libro

Formato:	96 pagine, 20 x 14 x 1 cm, brossura
Illustrazioni:	riccamente illustrato
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Key Publishing Ltd (GB, 2024)
Collana:	Historic Military Aircraft
ISBN:	9781802823707

Douglas DC-3 - A Legends of Flight Illustrated History (Legends of Flight)

The Douglas DC-3, a twin-engine airliner first flown in 1935, was a pioneer in international commercial flight. Known for its elegance and durability, it became the leading American airliner before World War II, flown by major airlines like Delta, Eastern, Pan Am, United, and many others.
During the war, the DC-3 was converted into the C-47 Skytrain for military transport, also known as the "Gooney Bird." It was used by the UK as the "Dakota" and by the Soviet Union as the Lisunov Li-2. The aircraft's wartime service solidified its status as one of the greatest planes in history.
This book provides a concise visual history of the Douglas DC-3 and its lasting impact on both commercial and military aviation.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Wolfgang Borgmann
Formato:	142 pagine, 23 x 23 x 1.9 cm, copertina rigida
Illustrazioni:	145 foto in B&N e in colori
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2023)
Collana:	Legends of Flight (10)
ISBN:	9780764367106

The Amazing Gooney Bird : The Saga of the Legendary DC-3/C-47

The DC-3 is the plane that made civilian transport that made civilian transport a profitable reality, and has become a legend in its own time. It has many names and designations - Skytrain, Spooky, Puff the Magic Dragon, DC-3, C-47, R4D, Li-2 and others.
But the name that most pilots know it by is the "Gooney Bird." And it has played many roles besides being an aerial workhorse to transport people and cargo. It has been a bomber, fighter, airborne communications center, amphibian, living quarters, hospital, flying washing machine, and command post.

When some of the more than 10,000 built, and additional hundreds in Japan and Russia, ended their days, they have been made into a hamburger stand, tea house, mobile home, seaside cottage, an officers club and even a chicken coop. Many have been put on static display at more than 200 museums around the world.

After more than sixty years, 1,000 of them are still flying the world's skies. The DC-3/C-47 has surpassed all other aircraft ever built in faithful service, dependability and achievement. This is the story of its conception, design and amazing life in war and peace.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Carroll V. Glines
Formato:	192 pagine, 28.5 x 22 x 1.9 cm, copertina rigida
Illustrazioni:	riccamente illustrato con foto in B&N
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2004)
ISBN:	9780764300646