The Douglas C-47 Skytrain or Dakota (RAF 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. During the war the C-47 was used for troop transport, cargo, paratrooper, for towing gliders and military cargo parachute drops. The C-47 remained in front-line service with various military operators for many years. It was produced in approximately triple the numbers as the larger, much heavier payloa

13K views · 359 reactions | During the Vietnam War, the CH-47 Chinook was known for its aerial mobility — a key advantage when you're flying low-altitude rescue missions over a hostile jungle. Air Warriors | Smithsonian Channel Aviation Nation | Facebook

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