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Douglas R4D-8/C-117 Skytrain
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After
World War II, the U.S. Navy modifed 100 R4Ds
to Super DC-3 standards. This aircraft, designated the R4D-8
had more powerful engines, newly designed wings, an enlarged tail
and added landing gear doors.
The R4D-8 was designated the C-117 after
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 | DC-3S: Civil designation (also known as
the Super DC-3) |
| C-117: Transport designation after
1962. |
| LC-117: Winterized version |
| R4D-8: U.S. Navy Transport designation
(before 1962) |
| TC-117: Trainer version |
| VC-117: VIP Transport version |
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