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Douglas DC-7C PH-DSD Zwarte Zee of KLM
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Douglas DC-7C PH-DSD Zwarte Zee of KLM
Douglas DC-7C, PH-DSD, Zwarte Zee, of KLM. This aircraft achieved the longest passenger flight up to that time flying non-stop from Long Beach, California, to Le Bourget, Paris, a distance of 6, 148 miles in 21 hours 52 minutes in May 1957. Date: 1957
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This stunning photograph captures the historic Douglas DC-7C aircraft, registration PH-DSD, also known as "Zwarte Zee" (Black Sea), as it soared through the skies on its record-breaking flight from Long Beach, California to Le Bourget, Paris in May 1957. At the time, this non-stop journey marked the longest passenger flight in history, spanning an impressive distance of 6,148 miles and taking 21 hours and 52 minutes to complete. The Douglas DC-7C, a versatile transport plane produced by the American aviation manufacturer Douglas Aircraft Company, was a popular choice for long-haul flights during the mid-20th century. With its powerful engines and advanced design, PH-DSD set a new standard for aviation capabilities, paving the way for even longer and more ambitious flights in the future. This iconic moment in aviation history is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the pioneering pilots and engineers who pushed the boundaries of what was thought possible in air travel.
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