Turbine DC-3 vs. Regular DC-3

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[finleyfendt]

Started my airline career in DC-3’s in 1966. Continental Airlines had their DC-3’s across the ramp. Ended my career in the left seat of the 747, what a fantastic career. WOW.

[Johnno]

The reason the fuselage is extended is to keep the CG (centre of gravity) in the same place as the turbines weigh a lot less than the radial engines.

[wsor]

As a Basler Turbo employee, it is cool to hear you talking about our product! I spend a lot of time in these guys usually sitting apart in a hanger for months. Cool to hear actual users and hope you enjoy your BT67!

[mylesspear]

1:33 that’s why they don’t put turbines on warbirds

[SigisTravelVideos]

6:38 "Soon we are getting our own Basler" - Sounds like Buffalo Aiways will finally get a Basler, however, I do like the sound of the piston DC-3 way better

[Dipierox]

You know what ? Your cut paper switches were far more entertaining than most photoshops ! It looked pretty dynamic tbh

[michaelegan]

When I lived in Britain there was a mail service that was heard every night around 10PM that delivered to Manchester.The only aircraft that could do it consistently was the DC3. What a magnificent aircraft.

[jgigna]

Who doesn’t love the sounds of the old piston bangers!

[barrysimmons]

I knew a turbine conversion would be expensive but I had no idea of the extent that it would cost. Thanks for shining a light on that Mikey appreciate your sharing, "the economics of the situation."

[OleGeezerCirca]

I love the unique sound of the DC-3's props slapping the air . When I was in Air Force ROTC, I had a chance to co-pilot a DC-3 (as a C-47). That was 60 years ago and I still remember it well.

[acward]

Many thanks Mikey for the insight. I love seeing that you’ve kept the Union Jack 🇬🇧 on the Electra. Humbles me greatly as being a Brit. Love to Canada 🇨🇦 and keep those old birds flying!

[rosevan]

I’m a Quebec native... watch you guys evolve... you make me proud to be Canadian. Cheers and health to Buffalo Airways and to all in the company.

[messupfreq]

Thanks Mikey!! I appreciate the info / update. I am an older and a War Bird fan - you guys rock. As a kid we had Constellations flying over the house (we were in the pattern) and as silly kids we tried to race the shadows on our bicycles. A few years back I came out of building and heard a nostalgic sound, looked up, and discovered it was from a B-17!! I damn near shed a tear over that sight. Again thanks for taking the time to explain.

[Codeforever]

In 1966 I was able to fly on ARCO's DC-3. Atlantic Richfield had several corporate aircraft at the time. That was such a fun aircraft to fly in. I could imagine if Basler outfitted a DC-3 with turboprops, they would have to do a major rebuild to strengthen the airframe to handle the increased power to extend the lifespan of the plane to make it worth the 8 million dollar price tag. I would not be surprised to see these planes flying on the 100th year of it's birth. The C-46 was also a workhorse and could carry almost double the weight of the DC-3. It was instrumental in flying over the HUMP in Burma/China in WW II. The fact that you have them still flying at 75 years is remarkable...

[ilikethemp-]

I prefer the classic version of the DC-3. For me, a turbine on a DC-3 is like installing a propeller on a 737. It just doesn´t look right. ^^

[shadowfaxcrx]

Great vid. From a TV guy, your editing has gotten really awesome. You've got a very good feel for pacing and where to cut. That time-cut you did of the C46 starting up was almost unnoticeable. Nice work!

[Jutilaje]

Worked in Antarctica at McMurdo Station as an ARFF firefighter and came across the baslers all the time. Hell of a workhorse for sure, but didn't realize they cost $8m a pop 😳 ol kenn borek had 8 or 10 of them down there while I was there. They had some serious money rolled up between those and the twin otters!

[FlightChops]

Your thumbnail game is STRONG buddy! I haven't watched yet, but that thumbnail made me ask questions I wanted answered!

[Vfh........y]

Mikey you are doing a fantastic job with these videos. When the show was going I never missed one minute of it. Probably some of the best coverage on WW2 aircraft that's ever been done. T56 turboprop mechanic here

[caleproteau]

My conpany North Star Air has Baslers and they are amazing! So cool and great to see an old bird rebuilt and even better than it was before!