Last Three Passenger-Flying Dakotas Grounded
The Douglas DC-3 entered service in 1935, was built by the
thousands, and had important roles in some of the biggest events of
the 20th century. The type ferried countless GIs during World War
II, had a major role in the Berlin Airlift, has starred in
Hollywood movies for decades, and has lived on to remain a favorite
of aviation fans of all ages.