Douglas DC-3
The Douglas DC-3 is a propeller-driven airliner and transport aircraft that revolutionized air travel in the 1930s and 1940s. Developed by the Douglas Aircraft Company, it first flew in 1935 and was introduced into commercial service in 1936. The DC-3 was designed for longer, more comfortable passenger flights and could operate from short runways, making it versatile for both civilian and military use. Its rugged construction, reliability, and good handling characteristics made it immensely popular. During World War II, it was produced as the C-47 Skytrain for military transport, playing a crucial role in numerous operations, including the D-Day invasion. The DC-3's impact on aviation was so significant that it is often regarded as one of the most important transport aircraft ever made, with many still in service today, over 80 years after its introduction.
