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Douglas DC-3 on display in a museum hangar—a timeless icon of aviation history.
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Douglas DC-3 on display in a museum hangar—a timeless icon of aviation history.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
DC3
Model
DC-3
Manufacturer
Douglas
Livery
Polished bare metal with art deco trim; possibly retro airline but exact operator unclear
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney R-1830 Twin Wasp radial (typical for DC-3)
Thrust
Approx. 895 kW (1200 hp) per engine
Wingspan
29.0 m
Length
19.66 m
Height
5.16 m
MTOW
11960 kg
Range
2400 km
Capacity
21-32 passengers
Cruise Speed
300 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Stage 2 (historical); no civil modern rating
Location
Airport Code
CHC/NZCH
Airport Name
Christchurch International Airport
Camera
Device
iPhone 12 Pro