D Day DC3 needs saving in States

[David I]

Hi Folks,

 

You here many stories about Jeeps etc being first ashore at D Day, but this Douglas C47, which has definite providance (even if the nose art name is actually misquoted, it was actually "Thats all brothers"), is due for a rebuild as a "modern" turbo aircraft.

 

While it would ensure that the aircraft still existed, it would be changed beyond recognition from the historic warbird that it deserves to be.

 

Hope someone takes it on.

 

 

 

http://www.wittmanairport.com/2013/09/what-future-for-d-day-leading-c-47/#more-1175

 

Dave.

[Degsy]

Jack, are you reading this? Time to get your money out and in view if your flying lessons you could become an airborne truck driver;)

 

ps we ain't starting an appeal to buy it for you, you'll have to dig in to your pension fund.

Edited May 11, 2014 by Degsy

[RAFMT]

(even if the nose art name is actually misquoted, it was actually "Thats all brothers"),

 

The period photo clearly shows it named Belle of Birmingham. So when was that applied?

 

The sad fact of the matter is that in many cases if they aren't updated they get scrapped. Better new dress and shoes than disappearing altogether.

[N.O.S.]

It seems like this plane is in great shape - or they would not have acquired it for conversion. Story broke in Sep 2013 - this is now cutting it fine for saving the Belle.

 

Where's Richard Branson when you need him? Jack - invite him round for tea NOW!

[David I]

Hi RAFMT

 

Here's the link to the update about the planes name.

 

 

http://www.wittmanairport.com/2014/01/baslers-d-day-c-47-whats-name/

 

 

Dave.