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Airliner
DC-6B
Douglas · USA
The DC-6B was the ultimate money-maker for postwar airlines due to its reliability and low operating costs.
Legacy Fact: Widely considered the best-handling piston airliner ever built.
Technical Specifications
| CRUISE SPEED | 430 km/h |
|---|---|
| MAX RANGE | 4,800 km |
| CAPACITY | 102 Passengers |
| ENGINES | 4x P&W R-2800 |