DOUGLAS DC-3/C-47 — Systems Description

This document provides an overview of the Douglas DC-3/C-47 aircraft, detailing its history, design, and operational characteristics. It highlights the aircraft's significance in aviation history and its evolution from the Douglas Sleeper Transport to the DC-3, along with insights from pilots who have flown it.

• The DC-3 was initially developed from the Douglas Sleeper Transport.
• It features a fully loaded weight of 25,200 pounds.
• The aircraft is powered by twin 1,200-horsepower radial engines.
• The DC-3 is known for its docile handling characteristics.
• It has been a training platform for many commercial pilots.
• The aircraft has a wingspan of 95 feet.
• The DC-3 can be configured for both passenger and cargo operations.
• It has a rich history, including service in World War II.