When the D-Day Squadron joined other groups from around the world in planning, preparing for, and executing the commemoration of the 75th anniversary of D-Day in 2019, the organizers came away with the concept of creating a type club for the venerable, historic Douglas DC-3 and its variants. None existed at the time—which struck them as a large gap in support for what is arguably one of the most popular and important aircraft ever built.
D-Day Squadron Launches DC-3 Society
Key Takeaways:
- The D-Day Squadron has officially launched the DC-3 Society to provide type-specific guidance for operating and maintaining the venerable Douglas DC-3 and its variants, such as the C-47.
- The society aims to ensure the continued airworthiness of these historic aircraft for future generations and preserve the legacy of the veterans who flew and maintained them.
- An important component is its "Young Historians" wing, which seeks to encourage young people's interest in aviation history, and various membership levels are available to support the society's mission.
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