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C-47 Skytrain
ISBN: 9780764367908
Author: David Doyle Publisher: Schiffer Books
The 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 service with US and Allied militaries in Korea and even Vietnam, including notably the heavily armed AC-47D gunship. This volume explores the development and use of the aircraft, as well as details of its construction. The 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 for the Normandy invasion. Derived from the Douglas DC-3, the C-47 saw service with US and Allied militaries in Korea and even Vietnam, including notably the heavily armed AC-47D gunship. This volume explores the development and use of the aircraft, as well as details of its construction. The Skytrain was indispensable to the American war effort; more than 10,000 were built and many are still flying today. The planes are also on display at museums on every continent aside from Antarctica, making the plan very relatable and accessible for readers all over the world. Readers will enjoy nearly 300 images of the C-47 and its variants, including the C-53 and AC-47D. Reader will enjoy nearly 300 images of the C-47 and its variants, including the C-53 and AC-47D Readers will enjoy nearly 300 images of the C-47 and its variants, including the C-53 and AC-47D More than 10,000 C-47s were built and many are still flying today This work provides an ideal reference for modelers
Bind: hardback
Pages: 144
Dimensions: 228 x 228 mm
Publication Date: 28-03-2024
Availability Date: 30-06-2024
$55.00
DUE > 30th Jun 2024
