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Model Douglas DC-7 model airplane |
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largely on the DC-6B, the development of the DC-7 was prompted by American
Airlines, which was seeking an aircraft superior in performance to the
Lockheed Super Constellation being used by TWA. Though good, the DC-7 didn't
have quite the desired range, so the DC-7B was offered with increased fuel
capacity, theoretically allowing Pan American to launch non-stop service
on the London-New York route on June 13, 1955. But with a full load and
normal headwinds, DC-7Bs which were used to operate the east-to-west service
frequently had to divert for a refueling stop, which was clearly unsatisfactory
and potentially dangerous. The result was the DC-7C, with the alphanumeric
suffix of this version becoming corrupted appropriately to Seven Seas,
for this aircraft was able to take the oceans in its stride without any
problems. A total of 105 DC-7s, 112 DC-7Bs, and 120 DC-7Cs were built.
The DC-7C had a maximum speed of 406 mph at 21,700 feet, normal cruising
speed of 355 mph, service ceiling of 21,700 feet and range with maximum
payload of 4,605 miles. |
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All airplane models are Hand Carved, Hand Painted
Mahogany and come fully assembled with removable desk stand. |
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Dimensions: Wingspan, 15 1/4" -Length, 13
1/2" -Scale, 1/100
G0910P2W (American Airlines DC-7) - $139.95
G4010P3W (Pan Am DC-7) - $139.95
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