My first flight in a DC-3 was my first time flying a twin-engine aircraft, a tail wheel, and my first experience in multi-crew airline flying.
Affectionately known as the Dakota, the DC-3 holds a special place in the hearts of aviation enthusiasts. It certainly does for my dad. Covering 1.5 million square miles, the aircraft flew over Western Australia and the Northern Territory during the 1950s and 1960s, playing a vital role in our aviation history.
The post-World War II era marked a period of significant growth and development in Western Australia’s aviation industry. With vast distances to cover and remote communities to connect, reliable air transport became indispensable. Enter the Douglas
