Propeller from a Douglas DC-3
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NCDaywalker
N 35° 53.010 W 078° 47.077
17S E 699975 N 3973293
Quick Description: A Propeller from a Douglas DC-3 located at the observation deck at Raleigh-Durham Airport in the General Aviation area is in honor of John Byrnes Ross, Jr.
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 10/28/2010 8:39:48 PM
Waymark Code: WMA11G
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Long Description:
Propeller
Douglas D-3
“the workhorse of the skies”
Flown by Eastern, Piedmont, and Capital Airlines in serving RDU between May 1, 1943 and February 20, 1963
Dedicated in honor of John Byrne Ross, Jr
Managing Director , American Airlines RDU hub 4/19/91 – 2/28/95
Director, Midway Airlines, 3/1/95– 4/15/96
“A dedicated Aviation Professional, a Great Friend, A Team Player, a Man of Quality and Great Courage, a Testament to Excellence.”
June 20, 1963
For what use was your waymark originally intended?: Aircraft
What purpose does it serve today?: Historic/Educational
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Explain any choices not listed above.: Not listed
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