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 sole remaining airworthy Douglas DC-7B, N4887C, has been acquired by the Delta Flight Museum in Atlanta, Georgia.
- This particular aircraft holds historical significance for Delta, having been originally built for the airline in 1957.
- After its commercial service, the DC-7B was converted into a fire bomber and had been parked for over 15 years before its recent re-acquisition.
- During its ferry flight to Atlanta, the aircraft encountered engine oil pressure and hydraulic leak problems, necessitating a diversion for repairs.
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