"Weaving together the narratives of engineers, pilots, mechanics, soldiers, and passengers, this chronicle illustrates the history of the Douglas DC-3. Beginning with creator Donald Douglas, this narrative runs through the airplane's development and initial flight test, through its service in World War II and Vietnam, to its current status as an air show favorite"--

"This book provides narrative stories of one of the most popular airplanes in history, conveying how this aircraft helped shaped history. Weaving together the narratives of engineers, pilots, mechanics, soldiers, and passengers, this chronicle illustrates the history of the Douglas DC-3 airplane. Beginning with creator Donald W. Douglas, this narrative runs through the airplane's development and initial flight test, through its service in World War II and Vietnam, to its current status as an air show favorite. Readers will gain a perspective on aviation history and how airplanes have evolved over the last 75 years"--