Douglas DC-8 Eastern Airlines U.S. Army The new aircraft took to

The new aircraft took to the skies for the first time on August 20 1963

Cessna 206 Stationair

with no beacon search or constant wave illuminator being provided for Sparrow or Falcon missile launches

and made a 2 hour 4 minute maiden flight there on September 26th

000 round per minute rate of fire

Douglas DC-8 Eastern Airlines U.S. Army The new aircraft took toDouglas DC 8 Eastern Airlines airplane model. Behold the beauty of the Douglas DC 8 Eastern Airlines! This magnificent wooden model is exquisitely crafted for quality that lasts. Every detail is carefully presented, perfect for any aviation enthusiast or collector. Experience a piece of history today! The DC 8 was the first Douglas jet powered transport. It entered service simultaneously with United Airlines and Delta Air Lines on Sept. 18, 1959.