It’s a distinct airplane with a lot of history; the Ford Trimotor, or “Tin Goose,” harks back to a time when passenger air travel was a luxury, ushering in a new era of transcontinental travel with the airline that would later become TWA.
Photos: An Unforgettable Ride in the Ford Trimotor
Key Takeaways:
- The Ford Trimotor, dubbed the "Tin Goose," was a historically significant three-engine aircraft (1926-1933) that ushered in a new era of transcontinental passenger air travel and served various purposes worldwide.
- Very few of these iconic planes are still airworthy today, with one recently making a stop in DeLand, Florida, as part of an EAA flight experience tour.
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