The C-47 differed from the civilian DC-3 by way of numerous modifications, including being fitted with a cargo … See more

The C-47 was vital to the success of many Allied campaigns, in particular, those at Guadalcanal and in the jungles of New Guinea and Burma, where the C-47 and its naval version, the R4D, made it possible for Allied troop… See more

C-47 Initial military version of the DC-3 had four crew (pilot, co-pilot, navigator, and radio operator) and seats for 27 troops alongside the fuselage interior. "Aerial Ambulances" fitted for casualty evacuation could carry … See more

Large numbers of C-47s, C-117s and other variants survive, on display in museums or as monuments; operated as warbirds; or remaining in service.
As part of the D-Day 75th-anniversary commemor… See more

Data from McDonnell Douglas aircraft since 1920 : Volume I
General characteristics
• Crew: 4 (pilot, co-pilot, navigator, radio operator)
• Capacity: 28 troops or 6,000 lb (2.72 t) of c… See more

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