Modernized Douglas DC-3 to reach Kolkata from Delhi for refueling – Amar Ojla Live Hindi News Achi-News

Douglas DC-3s have arrived at the Kolkata airport
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The DC-3C, a modern version of the iconic DC-3 Douglas aircraft that played a vital role during World War II, arrived at the Kolkata airport on Saturday. According to officials, there were no passengers on board the Canadian-registered plane. She came to Kolkata from Delhi for the day to refuel and give some rest to her crew of four (three captains and one engineer).

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The Douglas DC-3 was a revolutionary aircraft of the 1930s, which played an important role in World War II and commercial aviation. According to airport officials, the plane landed at Delhi’s Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport at 12:13 pm on Saturday. It will depart from here for Pattaya International Airport at 8.30am on Sunday.

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A DC-3 with 21 to 28 passengers made its first flight in 1935.

The DC-3 made its first flight in 1935. This monoplane with a low biplane engine has a seating arrangement for 21 to 28 people. More than 64 feet (19.5 m) long, the aircraft had a wingspan of 95 feet (29 m). It was manufactured by the Douglas Aircraft Company.