The DC-3 Society commemorated the iconic aircraft’s 90th anniversary with a five-ship Missing Man Formation at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh.
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DC-3s To Gather at Flabob Airport
The DC-3 Society is preparing to host its inaugural Operator Conference and Showcase at California’s Flabob Airport in December 2026. This historic three-day event invites pilots and aviation enthusiasts to celebrate the aircraft’s enduring legacy through public displays, educational programming, and special exhibitions.
Celebrating the DC-3’s 90th anniversary
The DC-3 Society is marking the 90th anniversary of the DC-3’s first flight on Dec. 17 with a special week-long broadcast series that brings together the people who know the aircraft best.
DC-3 Society takes off
The DC-3 Society is the first type club for the DC-3, which provides type-specific guidance for operating the DC-3 and its variants, including the C-47, as a way to maintain airworthiness for the models so that future generations can see them fly, according to officials.