What's a C-53? A C-53 is essentially a DC-3 that at some point was specifically designed for military service. To be crude, it's a DC-3 in fatigues. Unlike the C-47 it does not have big cargo …

C-53 Skytrooper: Troop transport version of the C-47 that lacked the reinforced cargo floor, large cargo door, and hoist attachment of the C-47 Skytrain. It was dedicated for the troop transport …

Jun 5, 2019 · Douglas C-53 planes took paratroopers from England to France during World War II’s D-Day invasion 75 years ago. Find out what it takes to keep one still flying in the sky today.

Dec 5, 2024 · In 2023, the Museum of the American G.I. announced that they were raising funds to bring the C-53 to Texas and restore it for outdoor display at their museum, just off Texas …

Our C-53 is representative of the men and women of the Greatest Generation and the rich legacy of the DC-3 in every way. A civilian drafted into service weeks after the US entered the war, it …

The Douglas C-53 Skytrooper was a dedicated troop transporter developed from the DC-3 airliner. It was thus very similar to the C-47 Skytrain, but without the reinforced cargo floor, large cargo …

It is one of 159 C-53Ds and was delivered to AAF on July 7, 1943. It was assigned to the 434th Troop Carrier Group and was stationed at various locations (Alliance Field, NE, Baer Field, IN, …

Dec 19, 2024 · A beautifully restored Douglas C-53D Skytrooper with an incredible history debuted at Oshkosh and is destined for a musuem home in Brazil.

This C-53D Skytrooper was taken on strength by the USAAF as 42-68823. It was transferred to England and then went to France in 1944 as "Little Egypt," serving as transport for Maj Gen …

Feb 15, 2025 · First delivered to the Army Air Corps as 42-68830 (c/n 11757) then became NC45366 in August of 1945. Acquired in October 2003 by 101st Airborne Club. Now belonging …