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D-DAY C-47 SKY TRAIN

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The Douglas C-47 Skytrain or Dakota (RAF, RAAF, RCAF, RNZAF, and SAAF designation) is a military transport aircraft developed from the civilian Douglas DC-3 airliner. It was used extensively by the Allies during World War II and remained in front-line service with various military operators for many years

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General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 85.6ft (26.1m)
  • Length 61.1ft (18.6m)
  • Height 23.3ft (7.1m)
  • Empty Weight 10,340lbs (4,690kg)
  • Loaded Weight 15,804lbs (7,168kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.19
  • Wing Loading 35.4lbs/ft2 (172.7kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 446.7ft2 (41.5m2)
  • Drag Points 7110

Parts

  • Number of Parts 66
  • Control Surfaces 5
  • Performance Cost 347