Publisher's Synopsis
""Wings For The World: The DC Family In Global Service"" is a book written by Donald Willis Douglas, which tells the story of the Douglas Aircraft Company and its contribution to the aviation industry. The book focuses on the company's DC family of airplanes, which includes the DC-3, DC-4, DC-6, DC-7, and DC-8. The author describes how these planes revolutionized air travel and made it possible for people to fly around the world. He also talks about the role of the Douglas Aircraft Company in World War II and how it helped the Allied forces win the war. The book includes personal anecdotes from Douglas employees and their families, who share their experiences of working for the company and traveling on its planes. The author also discusses the company's commitment to social responsibility and its efforts to promote aviation education and safety around the world. Overall, ""Wings For The World"" is a comprehensive account of the Douglas Aircraft Company's legacy and its impact on the aviation industry. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of aviation and the role of technology in shaping our world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
