Douglas DC-4, DC-6, and DC-7: A Legends of Flight Illustrated History

Donald W. Douglas founded Douglas Aircraft in the 1930s and was responsible for the development of the DC-3, DC-4, DC-6, and DC-7 four-engine "Big Prop" models, which were flown by many famous commercial airlines between 1945 and 1960. This is the history of the design, development, and operational use of these early commercial airliners, including technical specifications and details of military variants, with period photographs bringing to life the fascinating history of these early and influential aircraft.

Format: Hardback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 01 June 2023
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd

In the 1930s, visionary aircraft pioneer Donald W. Douglas propelled his company to the forefront of the aviation industry with his groundbreaking commercial aircraft, including the iconic DC-3. Renowned for its reliability and performance, the DC-3 became a symbol of American aviation excellence. Under Douglas' leadership, the company adopted the slogan "Depend on Douglas," and the founder himself firmly stood behind it. Between 1945 and 1960, the DC-4, DC-6, and DC-7 four-engine "Big Prop" models were flown by numerous renowned commercial airlines worldwide, including Pan Am, United, American, Eastern, Delta, KLM, BOAC, Swissair, SAS, Air France, Alitalia, and Japan Air Lines. These iconic aircraft played a pivotal role in shaping the commercial aviation landscape of the era.

This comprehensive history delves into the design, development, and operational use of the Douglas Big Props, encompassing technical specifications and details of military variants. Period photographs vividly capture the fascinating journey of these early commercial airliners, many of which continue to fly today. The DC-3's enduring legacy serves as a testament to Douglas' profound impact on the aviation industry.

The DC-4, DC-6, and DC-7 four-engine "Big Prop" models were flown by numerous renowned commercial airlines worldwide, including Pan Am, United, American, Eastern, Delta, KLM, BOAC, Swissair, SAS, Air France, Alitalia, and Japan Air Lines. These iconic aircraft played a pivotal role in shaping the commercial aviation landscape of the era.

This comprehensive history delves into the design, development, and operational use of the Douglas Big Props, encompassing technical specifications and details of military variants. Period photographs vividly capture the fascinating journey of these early commercial airliners, many of which continue to fly today. The DC-3's enduring legacy serves as a testament to Douglas' profound impact on the aviation industry.

Weight: 960g
Dimension: 235 x 238 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780764366482