Tag: Douglas C-47

The Mighty Douglas DC-3 Celebrates 90 Years Flying

Explore the origins of the Douglas DC-3, from the DST’s first flight and hard-won development…

DC-3 Society Launches Operations Committee to Advance Training and Safety Standards

The DC-3 Society launches its new Operations Committee to advance standardized training, safety procedures, and…

Honoring 90 Years of the Douglas DC-3 and the Continued Evolution of the Mission to Preserve It

Marking the 90th anniversary of the Douglas DC-3, this article highlights the evolution of the…

America-Bound Movie Star: Historic C-47 “Mayfly” Changes Hands After Decades in Britain

The legendary C-47 “Mayfly” (G-DAKS / N147DC), one of the world’s lowest-time DC-3s and a…

101-Year-Old WWII C-47 Pilot Takes to the Air with the American Airpower Museum

WWII C-47 pilot Alan Shapiro, now 101, returned to the skies with the American Airpower…

Historic DC-3 ‘Princess Amalia’ Sets for Permanent Display at Aviodrome Aviation Museum

The D-Day veteran DC-3 PH-PBA ‘Princess Amalia’ has flown her last passenger season. The aircraft…

Support the Douglas DC-3’s Legacy: Join the 90th Anniversary Fundraising Campaign

Join the DC-3 Society’s 90th Anniversary Campaign and help preserve the legacy of the iconic…

American Airpower Museum Launches WWII Douglas C-47 Scenic Flight Experience

Fly back in time with the American Airpower Museum’s WWII C-47 Scenic Flight Experience. Enjoy…

Wings of Wonder: Duggy The DC-3 and The Year That Inspired a Generation

Duggy the DC-3, a restored aircraft with a rich history, celebrates its 20th anniversary this…

Navy to Victory Tour to Visit the Military Aviation Museum April 18–20

The Military Aviation Museum will host two iconic World War II aircraft—Douglas R4D-6S Ready 4…