C-47 Skytrain : The "Gooney Bird" from Douglas AptifyID2725391 From uncrating to first flight

From uncrating to first flight

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Perceived as being incapable of flying

This replica has historically accurate markings and retractable landing gear

C-47 Skytrain : The "Gooney Bird" from Douglas AptifyID2725391 From uncrating to first flightThe Douglas C 47 Skytrain and its near twin, the C 53 Skytrooper, formed the backbone of American airborne transport during WWII. In addition to hauling cargo, these aircraft also delivered paratroopers to the front, including the Normandy invasion. The aircraft also towed troop laden gliders during these operations and incredibly could also snatch gliders from the ground while the C 47 was in flight. Derived from the Douglas DC 3, the C 47 saw