Only one of her kind remains: The Douglas DC-7B was a workhorse for several airlines during its tenure in the 1950s and 60s, but none still fly save for N4887C. The airplane has had maintenance completed this summer at the Coolidge Municipal Airport in Arizona in advance of a ferry flight to its new owner—announced on Tuesday, July 16, as the Delta Flight Museum, in Atlanta, Georgia.
Delta Flight Museum Acquires Douglas DC-7B
Key Takeaways:
- The last remaining airworthy Douglas DC-7B, N4887C, is being acquired by the Delta Flight Museum in Atlanta.
- This specific aircraft holds historical significance as it was originally built for Delta Air Lines in 1957.
- Its ferry flight to Atlanta for display was temporarily delayed due to engine oil pressure and hydraulic leak issues discovered shortly after departure, requiring a diversion for repairs.
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