The Legacy of the DC-3

Download or read book The Legacy of the DC-3 written by Henry M. Holden and published by Wind Canyon Publishing, Incorporated. This book was released on 1996 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the remarkable history of the airplane that changed the world. Featuring almost 500 photographs and illustrations, The Legacy of the DC-3, is an exciting, detailed account of the development of the DC-3/C-47. Considered the most beloved and historically-important aircraft ever manufactured, the DC-3 flew over 100 billion miles and carried 700 million passengers. From the beginning of Donald Douglas' career through the war years to the DC-3s of today, this book captures the DC-3's many amazing accomplishments, as well as interesting behind-the-scenes stories of the personalities and struggles that shaped the airplane dubbed 'Queen of the Skies.' Author Henry M. Holden's extensive research includes a roster of every surviving DC-3/C-47 he could locate, as well as details on each variant product. The Legacy of the DC-3, is a 'must-have' book for the aviation historian, researcher, engineer, casual reader and 'buff'.