Douglas DC3 - Dakota
by Pat Speirs
Title
Douglas DC3 - Dakota
Artist
Pat Speirs
Medium
Photograph - Digital Art Print
Description
Douglas DC3 - Dakota
This DC3 started life in the Boeing factory in 1942 - shipped to the US 8th Air Force in 1943, almost certainly took part in the D-Day operations and was sold on to Finland in 1948. Operated by Finnair as civilian airliner until 1969 when it was refurbished and served as the Finnish President�s personal aircraft until 1985. Obtained by a Norwegian group of enthusiasts in 1986 it is now preserved, but still regularly flown and licensed to carry 19 passengers, and a regular attendee at Duxford Legends airshow. Although the logbook records well over 38,000 hours flying time the aircraft is maintained in magnificent shape and a perfect study for photographers
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August 21st, 2012
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Comments (11)
Danielle Parent
I am really getting envious lol! I am considering moving to Trenton hahaha! Wow that is such a backdrop supporting this DC3-Dakota! The mountains makes it so dramatic looking! So stunning! Voted Fav.
Elaine Jones
A beautiful image, Pat. I saw this aircraft taking part in a wonderful display along with another DC3 at last year's Duxford Legends show.
Pat Speirs replied:
She is a regular at Duxford and always immaculate and beautifully flown - thanks for your interest, much appreciated.