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MAPS AIR MUSEUM IS LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF AKRON-CANTON AIRPORT (CAK), N. CANTON, OH

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Douglas C-47 Skytrain

Douglas SBD
Photo © Gary Haught

Aircraft Background:
Served as a World War II USAAF transport aircraft.

Our Aircraft's History:
USAAF s/n 45-0928 "Ruptured Duck" FAA reg. N54599.

Crew Chief's Update (Restoration Progress):
The C-47 crew is in the process of repainting the propellers for the Skytrain.   Both engines were removed and shipped out last month for overhaul.

Douglas C-47B Skytrain Photo (2)
Photo © Gary Haught

SPECIFICATIONS
Span: 95 ft. 0 in.
Length: 64 ft. 5 in.
Height: 16 ft. 11 in.
Weight: 33,000 lbs. loaded
Armament: None
Engines: Two Pratt & Whitney R-1830s of 1,200 hp. ea.
Crew: Six
Cost: $138,000
Serial Number:

PERFORMANCE
Maximum speed: 232 mph.
Cruising speed: 175 mph.
Range: 1,513 miles
Service Ceiling: 24,450 ft.

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