The DC-3 was a twin engine metal monoplane, developed as a larger sleeper plane. It was fast, had a good range and could operate from short runways. It was also reliable, easy to maintain and carried passengers in greater comfort. Before the war it pioneered many air travel routes. It was able to cross the continental United States, making transcontinental flights and worldwide flights possible, and is considered to be the first airliner that could make money by carrying passengers alone.
Specifications
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General Characteristics
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- Wingspan 73.4ft (22.4m)
- Length 50.0ft (15.3m)
- Height 20.3ft (6.2m)
- Empty Weight 5,428lbs (2,462kg)
- Loaded Weight 18,956lbs (8,598kg)
Performance
- Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.211
- Wing Loading 41.6lbs/ft2 (203.0kg/m2)
- Wing Area 455.9ft2 (42.4m2)
- Drag Points 12608
Parts
- Number of Parts 118
- Control Surfaces 7
- Performance Cost 553
