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- The Boeing Company
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- Revised
- September 27, 2010
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- Current
- Product
- Aircraft · Large Airplane
- Models
- 10
- Registered
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Models · 10
| Model | Also known as | Note |
|---|---|---|
| DC3C-S4C4G | Formerly McDonnell Douglas Corporation · (Army C-47, C-47A; Navy R4D-1, R4D-5) | |
| DC3C-R-1830-90C | Formerly McDonnell Douglas Corporation · Army C-47B, Navy R4D-6 | |
| DC3A-S1C3G | ) | Formerly McDonnell Douglas Corporation · Army C-41, C-41A, C-48, C-48A, C-52, C-52A, C-52B, C-52C, C-53, C-53B, C-53C, C-53D, C-68; Navy R4D-3, R4D-4 |
| DC3C-SC3G | Formerly McDonnell Douglas Corporation | |
| DC3C-S1C3G | Formerly McDonnell Douglas Corporation · Army C-47, C-47A; Navy R4D-1, R4D-5 | |
| DC3A-SCG | Formerly McDonnell Douglas Corporation | |
| DC3A-SC3G | Formerly McDonnell Douglas Corporation | |
| DC3A-S1CG | Formerly McDonnell Douglas Corporation | |
| DC3D-R-1830-90C | Formerly McDonnell Douglas Corporation · Army C-117A | |
| DC3A-S4C4G | Formerly McDonnell Douglas Corporation · Army C-47, C-47A; Navy R4D-1, R4D-5 |
Airworthiness directives · 35
ADs whose products are models on this data sheet, matched by model and maker.
AD 2026-13-02NavigationAD 2023-10-02Indicating/Recording System, NavigationAD 2011-12-01Equipment/Furnishings
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Registry models that point at this data sheet, with their registered aircraft.
Douglas DC3C-S1C3G30 registered aircraftDouglas DC3C-R-1830-90C10 registered aircraftDouglas DC-3A-S1C3G5 registered aircraftDouglas DC3C-S4C4G5 registered aircraftDouglas DC3A-S4C4G2 registered aircraftDouglas DC3C-SC3G1 registered aircraftDouglas DC-3C-R-1830-90C0 registered aircraftDouglas DC3A-SC3G0 registered aircraftDouglas DC3D-R-1830-90C0 registered aircraft
STCs approved under this data sheet · 282
STC SA04652CHTo allow use of 100R grade aviation fuel meeting Swift Fuel, LLC specificationSTC SA2622NMInstallation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in landing/taxi system. (767-200 B17) (DHC-8 101)STC SA7965SWApplication of fabric and polyurethane finishing system.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
A-669
Revision 32
BOEING
DC3A-SCG
DC3A-SC3G
DC3A-S1CG
DC3A-S1C3G
(Army C-41, C-41A, C-48, C-48A,
C-52, C-52A, C-52B, C-52C,
C-53, C-53B, C-53C, C-53D, C-68;
Navy R4D-3, R4D-4)
DC3A-S4C4G
DC3C-SC3G
DC3C-S1C3G, -S4C4G
(Army C-47, C-47A;
Navy R4D-1, R4D-5)
DC3C-R-1830-90C
(Army C-47B, Navy R4D-6)
DC3D-R-1830-90C
(Army C-117A)
September 27, 2010
AIRCRAFT SPECIFICATION NO. A-669
Type Certificate Holder The Boeing Company
4000 Lakewood Boulevard
Long Beach, California 90808
Type Certificate Holder Record McDonnell Douglas Cor poration, Long Beach, California merged with The Boeing
Company in 1997. Transferred Type Certificate to the Boeing Company on
September 27, 2010.
Douglas Aircraft Company, Inc., Long Beach, California merged with McDonnell
Aircraft Corporation August 25, 1967
I - Model DC3A-SCG-app. 9 Feb. 1940 or DC3A-SC3G app. 1 May 1939.
Models DC3A-SCG and DC3A-SC3G b ecome models DC3A-S1CG and DC3A-S1C3G, respectively or vice versa,
depending only upon the grade of the fuel used. Pertinent aircra ft and engine model designations and engine ratings apply
without changing the nameplates. Ignition timings should be 20° BTC with 87 grade fuel and 25° BTC with 91 grade fuel.
Engines 2 P&W Twin Wasps SCG or SC3G, geared 16:9, with one 3-1/2 N damper
Fuel 87 min. grade aviation gasoline
Engine limits Maximum continuous,
(Sea level) 36.0 in. Hg, 2550 rpm (900 hp)
(Straight line manifold pressure variation with altitude to
12,000 ft.) 34.0 in. Hg, 2550 rpm (900 hp)
Take-off (one minute),
42.0 in. Hg, 2700 rpm (1050 hp)
Airspeed limits (a) For weights up to and including 24,800 lbs.:
Level flight or climb 217 mph (189 knots) True Ind.
Glide or dive 262 mph (228 knots) True Ind.
Flaps extended 112 mph ( 97 knots) True Ind.
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(See NOTE 11 for partial flap speeds)
(b) For weights between 24,800 lbs. and 25,200 lbs.:
Level flight or climb 211 mph (184 knots) True Ind.
Glide or dive 257 mph (224 knots) True Ind.
Flaps extended 112 mph ( 97 knots) True Ind.
(See NOTE 11 for partial flap speeds)
Usable ceiling May be realized under conditions shown. See Items 502(f), (g), (h), (i) and NOTE 6 for
reduction necessitated by de-icing equipment.
Ceiling (ft.)
Weight (lbs.)
RPM
Manifold
Pressure
T.I.A.S.
mph - knots
Propellers
installed
(items)
L.E. De-Icers
c 24,400 2550 Full throttle 117 - 102 1(a) or 1(b) Yes but not operating
10,000 25,200 2559 METO 117 - 102 1(a) or 1(b) Yes but not operating
Additional conditions: (1) Standard air
(2) Either engine inoperative
(3) Inoperative prop. fully feathered
(4) Carburetor air intake on "Cold Air"
(5) Fuel 87 grade.
C.G. range (+47.1) to (+70.6)
Max. Occupants See 14 CFR § 91.607
Maximum weights (a) For Air Carrier operation under the non-transport category
(See NOTE 13 for performance operation limitations of 14 CFR § 121.
certification Landing 25,200 lbs.
under SR-407) Take-off 25,200 lbs.
(b) For passenger operation other than Air Carrier:
Landing 25,200 lbs.
Take-off 25,200 lbs.
(c) For cargo operation under the non-transport category performance operation
(limitations FAR 121.
Landing 25,200 lbs.
Take-off 25,200 lbs.
See NOTE 5 for increased wei ghts when de-icers are installed.
Maximum baggage Maximum capacity of compartments:
2 adjacent compts. fwd. of cabin, right 1250 lbs. (-63)
2 adjacent compts. fwd. of cabin, left 700 lbs. (-45)
Aft of cabin 1500 lbs. (+354)
See NOTE 1 for additional restrictions and placards.
Fuel capacity 822 gals. (4 tanks in CS wing: 2 main, including fuel system, 210
gals. each (+48) and 2 aux. 201 gals. each at (+83.5)).
See NOTE 2 regarding fuel loading procedures.
Oil capacity 66-1/2 gals. (One tank in each nacelle at 33-1/4 gals. each (-8), including capacity of oil
system)
Serial Nos. eligible 1900 and up
(See NOTE 14)
Required equipment Items 1(a), 2(a), (e) and (j), 103(a), 104(a), 108, 201(a), 202(a), 203(a), 204, 205(a), 206,
207(a), 208(a), 301(a) and 302(a).
II - Model DC3A-S1CG or DC3A-S1C3G (Army C-41, C-41A, C-48, C-48A, C-52, C-52A, C-52B, C-52C, C-53,
C-53B, C-53C, C-53D, C-68; Navy R4D-3, R4D-4), a pproved October 31, 1937 and May 1, 1939, respectively.
See NOTE 7 for modifications required for conversion of military models. Models DC3A-S1CG and DC3A-S1C3G
become models DC3A-SCG and DC3A-SC3 G, respectively or vice versa, depending only upon the grade of the fuel used.
Pertinent aircraft and engine model de signations and engine ratings apply without changing the nameplate. Ignition
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timings should be 20° BTC with 87 grad e fuel and 25° BTC with 91 grade fuel.
Engines 2 P&W Twin Wasps S1CG or S1C3G, geared 16:9, with one 3-1/2 N damper
See Item 101.(a) and (c) for optional engines.
Fuel 91 min. grade aviation gasoline
Engine limits Maximum continuous,
(Sea level) 41.5 in. Hg, 2550 rpm (1050 hp)
(Straight line manifold pressure variation with altitude to
7500 ft.) 39.5 in. Hg, 2550 rpm (1050 hp)
Take-off (one minute),
48.0 in. Hg, 2700 rpm (1200 hp), or
47.0 in. Hg, 2750 rpm (1200 hp)
Airspeed limits (T.I.A.S)
Up to and including
24,800 lbs.
Between 24,800 lbs.
and 25,200 lbs.
Between 25,200 lbs.
and 26,900 lbs.
(cargo only)
Level flight or climb 217 mph (189 knots) 211 mph (184 knots) 200 mph (174 knots)
Glide or dive 262 mph (228 knots) 257 mph (224 knots) 241 mph (210 knots)
Flaps extended 112 mph ( 97 knots) 112 mph ( 97 knots) 112 mph ( 97 knots)
See Note 11 for partial flap speeds.
Usable ceiling May be realized under conditions shown. See Items 502(f), (g), (h), (i) and NOTE 6 for
reductions necessitated by de-icing equipment.
Ceiling (ft.)
Weight (lbs.)
RPM
Manifold
Pressure
T.I.A.S.
mph - knots
Propellers
installed
(items)
Fuel
grade
L.E.
De-Icers
11,600 25,200 2550 Full throttle 112 - 97 1(a), (b) or (d) 91 Yes
10,000 25,200 2550 Full throttle 103 - 90 1(c) 91 No
9,500 26,900 2550 Full throttle 112 - 97 1(a), (b) or (d) 91 Yes
7,900 26,900 2550 Full throttle 103 - 90 1(c) 91 Mp
Additional conditions: (1) Standard air
(2) Either engine inoperative
(3) Inoperative propeller fully feathered
(4) Carburetor air intake on "Cold Air"
(5) Where L.E. De-icers are installed, they are not being
operated.
C.G. range (+47.1) to (+70.6)
Max. Occupants See 14 CFR § 91.607
Maximum weights (a) For Air Carrier operation under the non-transport category
(See NOTE 13 for performance operation limitations of FAR 121.
certification Landing 25,200 lbs.
under SR-407) Take-off 25,200 lbs.
(b) For passenger operation other than Air Carrier:
Landing 25,200 lbs.
Take-off 25,200 lbs.
(c) For operation under the conditions set forth in NOTE 12:
Landing 26,000 lbs.
Take-off 26,200 lbs. (dump valves not required)
(d) For cargo operation under the non-transport category performance operation
limitations (of FAR 121 and the conditions set forth in Note 10:
Landing 26,900 lbs.
Take-off 26,900 lbs.
(e) For cargo operation under conditions other than those set forth
in NOTES 10, 12, 13:
Landing 25,200 lbs.
Take-off 25,200 lbs.
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See NOTE 5 for increased wei ghts when de-icers are installed.
Maximum baggage Maximum capacity of compartments:
2 adjacent compts. fwd. of cabin, right 1250 lbs. (-63)
2 adjacent compts. fwd. of cabin, left 700 lbs. (-45)
Aft of cabin 1500 lbs. (+354)
See NOTE 1 for additional restrictions and placards.
Fuel capacity 822 gals. (4 tanks in CS wing: 2 main, including fuel system, 210
gals. each (+48) and 2 auxiliary, 201 gals. each at (+83.5)).
See NOTE 2 regarding fuel loading restrictions.
Oil capacity 66-1/2 gals. (One tank in each nacelle at 33-1/4 gals. each (-8),
including capacity of oil system)
Serial Nos. eligible 1900 and up. A nd C-41 S/N 2053; C-41A S/N 2145 (see NOTE 14).
Required equipment Items 1(a), 2(a), (e) and (j) or (l); or (b), (e) and (j) or (l); or (b), (f) and (k); or (c), (f)
and (k); 103(a), 104(a) or (b), 108, 201(a), 202(a), 203(a), 204, 205(a), 206, 207(a),
208(a), 301(a) or (b), and 302(a).
III - Model DC3A-S4C4G, approved February 18, 1942
Engines 2 P&W Twin Wasps S4C4G, g eared 16:9, with one 3-1/2 N damper.
NOTE: These engines are equipped with 2 speed superchargers. The supercharger
speed controls must be positively safetied for operation in low gear ratio
only. (See Item 101.(b) and (c) for optional engines).
Fuel 91 min. grade aviation gasoline
Engine limits Maximum continuous,
(Sea level) 41.5 in. Hg, 2550 rpm (1050 hp)
(Straight line manifold pressure variation with altitude to
7500 ft.) 39.5 in. Hg, 2550 rpm (1050 hp)
Take-off (one minute),
48.0 in. Hg, 2700 rpm (1200 hp), or
47.0 in. Hg, 2750 rpm (1200 hp)
Airspeed limits (T.I.A.S)
Up to and including
24,800 lbs.
Between 24,800 lbs.
and 25,200 lbs.
Between 25,200 lbs.
and 26,900 lbs.
(cargo only)
Level flight or climb 217 mph (189 knots) 211 mph (184 knots) 200 mph (174 knots)
Glide or dive 262 mph (228 knots) 257 mph (224 knots) 241 mph (210 knots)
Flaps extended 112 mph ( 97 knots) 112 mph ( 97 knots) 112 mph ( 97 knots)
See NOTE 11 for partial flap speeds.
Usable ceiling May be realized under conditions s hown. See Items 502(f), (g), (h), and (i) and
NOTE 6 for reductions necess itated by de-icing equipment.
Ceiling (ft.)
Weight (lbs.)
RPM
Manifold
Pressure
T.I.A.S.
mph - knots
Propellers
installed
(items)
Fuel
grade
L.E.
De-Icers
11,600 25,200 2550 Full throttle 112 - 97 1(a) or (b) 91 Yes but not
operating
9,500 26,900 2550 Full throttle 112 - 97 1(a) or (b) 91 Yes but not
operating
Additional conditions: (1) Standard air
(2) Either engine inoperative
(3) Inoperative propeller fully feathered
(4) Carburetor air intake on "Cold Air"
C.G. range (+47.1) to (+70.6)
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Max. Occupants See 14 CFR § 91.607
Maximum weights (a) For Air Carrier operation under the non transport category
(See NOTE 13 for performance operation limitations of FAR 121.
certification Landing 25,200 lbs.
under SR-407) Take-off 25,200 lbs.
(b) For passenger operation other than Air Carrier:
Landing 25,200 lbs.
Take-off 25,200 lbs.
(c) For operation under the conditions set forth in NOTE 12:
Landing 26,000 lbs.
Take-off 26,200 lbs. (dump valves not required)
(d) For cargo operation under the non-transport category
performance operation limitations of FAR 121 and the
conditions set forth in Note 10:
Landing 26,900 lbs.
Take-off 26,900 lbs.
(e) For cargo operation under conditions other than those set forth
in NOTES 10, 12, 13:
Landing 25,200 lbs.
Take-off 25,200 lbs.
See NOTE 5 for increased wei ghts when de-icers are installed.
Maximum baggage Maximum capacity of compartments:
2 adjacent compts. fwd. of cabin, right 1250 lbs. (-63)
2 adjacent compts. fwd. of cabin, left 700 lbs. (-45)
Aft of cabin 1500 lbs. (+354)
See NOTE 1 for additional restrictions and placards.
Fuel capacity 822 gals. (4 tanks in CS wing: 2 main, including fuel system, 210
gals. each (+48) and 2 aux. 201 gals. each at (+83.5 ) See NOTE 2
regarding fuel loading procedures.
Oil capacity 66-1/2 gals. (1 tank in each nacelle at 33-1/4 gals. each (-8),
including capacity of oil system)
Serial Nos. eligible 1900 and up. (See NOTE 14).
Required equipment Items 1(a), 2(a), (e) and (j), 103(a), 104(a), 108, 201(a), 202(a), 203(a), 204, 205(a),
206, 207(a), 208(a), 301(a), and 302(a).
IV - Model DC3C-SC3G and DC3C-S1C3G, app. 10 July 1944 or DC3C-S4C4G (Army C-47, C-47A; Navy R4D- 1,
R4D-5) Approved 16 Jan. 1948 .
See NOTE 8 for modifications required for conversion of military models. Model DC3C-SC3G becomes model DC3C-
S1C3G and vice versa, depending only upon grade of fuel used. Pertinent aircraft and engine model designations and
engine ratings apply without changing the nameplate. Ign ition timing should be 20° BTC with 87 grade fuel and 25° BTC
with 91 grade fuel.
Engines 2 P&W Twin Wasps SC3G, S1C3G or S4C4G, geared 16:9, with one 3-1/2 N
damper. (See Item 101.(a), (b ) and (c) for optional engines.)
NOTE: S4C4G engines are equipped with 2 speed superchargers. The supercharger
speed controls must be positively safetied for operation in low gear only.
Fuel 87 min. grade aviation gasoline (DC3C-SC3G).
91 min. grade aviation gasoline (DC3C-S1C3G & DC3C-S4C4G).
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Engine limits DC3C-SC3G
Maximum continuous,
(Sea level) 36.0 in. Hg, 2550 rpm (900 hp)
(Straight line manifold pressure variation with altitude to
12,000 ft.) 34.0 in. Hg, 2550 rpm (900 hp)
Take-off (one minute),
42.0 in. Hg, 2700 rpm (1050 hp)
DC3C-S1C3G (limits covered in "(a)" are for manual mixture control only.
Those covered in "(b)" are for automa tic rich operation with PD12H1 or PD12H4
carburetors with either -1 or -11 settings).
Maximum continuous,
(a) (Sea level) 41.5 in. Hg, 2550 rpm (1050 hp)
(Straight line manifold pressure variation with altitude to 7500 ft.)
39.5 in. Hg, 2550 rpm (1050 hp)
(b) (Sea level) 42.0 in. Hg, 2550 rpm (1050 hp)
(Straight line manifold pressure variati on with altitude to 7000 ft.) 41.0 in. Hg,
2550 rpm (1050 hp) or (10,000 ft.)
38.0 in. Hg, 2700 rpm (1000 hp)
Take-off (one minute)
48.0 in. Hg, 2700 rpm (1200 hp) or
47.0 in. Hg, 2750 rpm (1200 hp)
DC3C-S4C4G
Maximum continuous,
(Sea level) 41.5 in. Hg, 2550 rpm (1050 hp)
(Straight line manifold pressure variation with altitude to
7500 ft.) 39.0 in. Hg, 2550 rpm (1050 hp)
Take-off (one minute),
48.0 in. Hg, 2700 rpm (1200 hp) or
47.0 in. Hg, 2750 rpm (1200 hp)
Airspeed limits (T.I.A.S)
Models DC3C-SC3G,
DC3C-S1C3G and
DC3C-S4C4G
up to and including
24,800 lbs.
Models DC3C-SC3G,
DC3C-S1C3G and
DC3C-S4C4G
Between 24,800 lbs.
and 25,200 lbs.
Models DC3C-S1C3G
and DC3C-S4C4G
only between
25,200 lbs.
and 26,900 lbs.
(cargo only)
Level flight or climb 217 mph (189 knots) 211 mph (184 knots) 200 mph (174 knots)
Glide or dive 262 mph (228 knots) 257 mph (224 knots) 241 mph (210 knots)
Flaps extended 112 mph ( 97 knots) 112 mph ( 97 knots) 112 mph ( 97 knots)
See NOTE 11 for partial flap speeds.
Usable ceiling May be realized under conditions shown. See Items 502(f), (g), (h), (i) and NOTE 6 for
reductions necessitated by de-icing equipment.
Ceiling (ft.)
Weight (lbs.)
RPM
Manifold
Pressure
T.I.A.S.
mph - knots
Propellers
installed
(items)
Fuel
grade
L.E.
De-Icers
DC3C-SC3G
12,000 24,400 2550 Full throttle 117 - 102 1(a) 87 Yes but not
operating
10,000 25,200 2550 M.E.T.O. 117 - 102 1(a) or (b) 87 Yes but not
operating
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Ceiling (ft.)
Weight (lbs.)
RPM
Manifold
Pressure
T.I.A.S.
mph - knots
Propellers
installed
(items)
Fuel
grade
L.E.
De-Icers
DC3C-S1C3G
11,600 25,200 2550 Full throttle 112 - 97 1(a), (b)
or (d)
91 Yes but not
operating
10,000 25,200 2550 Full throttle 103 - 90 1(c) 91 No
9,500 26,900 2550 Full throttle 112 - 97 1(a), (b)
or (d)
91 Yes but not
operating
7,900 26,900 2550 Full throttle 103 - 90 1(c) 91 No
DC3C-S4C4G
11,600 25,200 2550 Full throttle 112 - 97 1(a) or (b) 91 Yes but not
operating
9,500 26,900 2550 Full throttle 112 - 97 1(a) or (b) 91 Yes but not
operating
Additional conditions: (1) Standard air
(2) Either engine inoperative
(3) Inoperative propeller fully feathered
(4) Carburetor air intake on "Cold Air"
C.G. range (+47.1) to (+70.6)
Maximum Occupants See 14 CFR § 91.607.
Maximum weights (a) For Air Carrier operation under the non-transport category
(See NOTE 13 for performance operation limitations of FAR 121.
certification Landing 25,200 lbs.
under SR-407) Take-off 25,200 lbs.
(b) For passenger operation other than Air Carrier:
Landing 25,200 lbs.
ake-off 25,200 lbs.
(c) For operation under the conditions set forth in NOTE 12:
Landing 26,000 lbs.
Take-off 26,200 lbs. (dump valves not required)
(d) For cargo operation under the non-transport category performance
operation limitations of FAR 121 and the conditions set forth in Note 10:
Landing 26,900 lbs.
Take-off 26,900 lbs.
(e) For cargo operation under conditions othe r than those set forth in NOTES 10,
12, 13:
Landing 25,200 lbs.
Take-off 25,200 lbs.
See NOTE 5 for increased wei ghts when de-icers are installed.
Maximum baggage L.H. (Nav.) compartment 650 lbs. (-45)
R.H. compartment 400 lbs. (-77)
Cabin (See approved loading schedule)
Fuel capacity 804 gals. (4 tanks in CS wing: 2 front incl. fuel system, 202
gals. each (+48) and 2 rear 200 gals. each (+83.5))
See NOTE 2 regarding fuel loading restrictions.
Oil capacity 58 gals. (1 tank in each nacelle at 29 gals. each (-8), including capacity of system)
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Serial Nos. eligible C-47(R4D-1); 4200 thru 4799; 6000 thru 6258; 7365 thru 7386;
(See NOTE 15) 9000 thru 9149
C-47A(R4D-5); 9150 thru 10269; 11779 thru 13912; 18899 thru 20598;
25224 thru 25523; 43073 thru 43092 and 43154
Required equipment Items 1(a), 2(a), (e) and (j) or (l); or (b), (e) and (j) or (l); or (b), (f) and (k); or (c), (f)
and (k); 103(e), 104(b), (d) or (e); 108, 201(f), 202(a), 203(a), 204, 205(b), 206, 207(b),
208(b), 301(e), (f) or (g), and 302(a) or (b).
V - Model DC3C-R-1830-90C (Army C-47B, Navy R4D-6) , approved November 13, 1945; Model DC3D-R-1830- 90C
(Army C-117A), 25 PCLM, Approved January 15, 1946 . Models are the same except for interior arrangement and
equipment. The DC3D-R-1830-90C has a light weight cabin floor and small main cabin door. See NOTE 8 (DC3C-R-
1830-90C) and 9 (DC3D-R-1830-90C) for modifications required for the conversion of military models.
Engines 2 P&W Twin Wasps R-1830-90C spline coupled, 16:9, reduction gear
with one 3-1/2 N damper
(See Item 101.(b) and (c) for optional engines.)
NOTE: These engines are equipped with tw o speed superchargers. The supercharger
speed controls must be positively safetied for operation in low gear only.
Fuel 91 min. grade aviation gasoline (ignition timi ng must be modified to 20° to use 91 min.
grade fuel).
Engine limits Maximum continuous,
(Sea level) 41.5 in. Hg, 2550 rpm (1050 hp)
(Straight line manifold pressure variation with altitude to
7500 ft.) 39.0 in. Hg, 2550 rpm (1050 hp)
Take-off (one minute),
48.0 in. Hg, 2700 rpm (1200 hp), or
47.0 in. Hg, 2750 rpm (1200 hp)
Airspeed limits (T.I.A.S)
Up to and including
24,800 lbs.
Between 24,800 lbs.
and 25,200 lbs.
Between 25,200 lbs.
and 26,900 lbs.
(cargo only)
Level flight or climb 217 mph (189 knots) 211 mph (184 knots) 200 mph (174 knots)
Glide or dive 262 mph (228 knots) 257 mph (224 knots) 241 mph (210 knots)
Flaps extended 112 mph ( 97 knots) 112 mph ( 97 knots) 112 mph ( 97 knots)
See NOTE 11 for partial flap speeds.
Usable ceiling May be realized under conditions shown. See Items 502(f), (g), (h), and (i) and NOTE 6
for reductions necessitated by de-icing equipment.
Ceiling (ft.)
Weight (lbs.)
RPM
Manifold
Pressure
T.I.A.S.
mph - knots
Propellers
installed
(items)
Fuel
grade
L.E.
De-Icers
11,600 25,200 2550 Full throttle 112 - 97 1(a) or (b) 91 Yes but not
operating
9,500 26,900 2550 Full throttle 112 - 97 1(a) or (b) 91 Yes but not
operating
Additional conditions: (1) Standard air
(2) Either engine inoperative
(3) Inoperative propeller fully feathered
(4) Carburetor air intake on "Cold Air"
C.G. range (+47.1) to (+70.6)
Max. Occupants See 14 CFR § 91.607
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Maximum weights (a) For Air Carrier operation under the non-transport category
(See NOTE 13 for performance operation limitations of FAR 121.
certification Landing 25,200 lbs.
under SR-407) Take-off 25,200 lbs.
(b) For passenger operation other than Air Carrier:
Landing 25,200 lbs.
Take-off 25,200 lbs.
(c) For operation under the conditions set forth in NOTE 12:
Landing 26,000 lbs.
Take-off 26,200 lbs. (dump valves not required)
(d) For cargo operation under the non-transport category
performance operation limitations of FAR 121 and the
conditions set forth in Note 10:
Landing 26,900 lbs.
Take-off 26,900 lbs.
(e) For cargo operation under conditions other than those set forth
in NOTES 10, 12, or 13:
Landing 25,200 lbs.
Take-off 25,200 lbs.
See NOTE 5 for increased wei ghts when de-icers are installed.
Maximum baggage DC3C-R-1830-90C
L.H. (Nav.) compartment 650 lbs. (-45)
R.H. compartment 400 lbs. (-77)
Cabin (see approved loading schedule)
DC3D-R-1830-90C
2 adjacent compartments fwd of cabin, right 1,250 lbs. (-63)
1 compartment fwd of cabin, left 500 lbs. (-35½)
Aft of cabin 1,070 lbs. (+368)
Fuel capacity 804 gals. (4 tanks in CS wi ng: 2 main tanks located fwd of center
spar, 202 gals. ea. (+48) and 2 auxiliary tanks aft of center spar
200 gals. each at (+83.5)).
See NOTE 2 regarding fuel loading restrictions.
Oil capacity 58 gals. (One tank in each nacelle at 29 gals. each (-8),
including capacity of system)
Serial Nos. eligible DC3C-R-1830-90C: 20599 thru 20898, 25524 thru 27223, 32527 thru
(See NOTE 15) 33626, 34134, 34135, 34137 thru 34144, 34146 thru
34167, 34169 thru 34190, 34192 thru 34211, 34213
thru 34233, 34235 thru 34249, 34251 thru 34263,
34265 thru 34277, 34279 thru 34290, 34292 thru
34304, 34306 thru 34317, 34319 thru 34409.
DC3D-R-1830-90C: 18548 thru 18564, 34129 thru 34133, 34136, 34145,
34168, 34191, 34212, 34234, 34250, 34264, 34278,
34291, 34305, 34318, 42954 thru 42981.
Required equipment DC3C-R-1830-90C: Items 1(a) or (d), 2(c), (f) and (k), 103(e),
104(b), (d) or (e), 108, 201(f), 202(a), 203(a), 204, 205(b), 206,
207(b), 208(b), 301(e), (f), or (g), and 302(b).
DC3D-R-1830-90C: Items 1(a) or (d), 2(c), (f) and (k), 103(f),
104(b) or (e), 108, 201(f), 202(a), 203(a), 204, 205(b), 206,
207(b), 208(b) and 302(b).
A-669 10
Specifications Pertinent to All Models
Datum Leading edge of center section of wing.
Leveling means Pins at (+198) and (+219)
Certification basis Type Certificate No. 669 (Aero. Bulletin 7A requirements)
Production basis Production Certificate No 27.
Export eligibility Eligible for export to all countries subject to the provisions of MOP 2-4 except as
follows:
Canada: Landplane eligible
Skiplane not eligible
Equipment: A plus (+) or minus (-) sign preceding the weight of an item indicates no weight change when that item is
installed.
Approval for the installation of equipment listed he rein has been obtained by the aircraft manufacturer
except those items preceded by an asterisk (*). The asterisk denotes that approval has been obtained by
someone other than the aircraft manufacturer. An item marked with an asterisk may not have been
manufactured under a FAA monitored or approved quality control system, and therefore attention should
be paid to workmanship and conformity with pertinent data called for in this specification.
Propellers and Propeller Accessories (Except De-icing Equipment)
1. Propellers
(a) (241 a) Ham. Std., hubs 23E50, blades 6153-18. Use actual wt. change
(Douglas Dwgs. 5073247 or 5081682 or UAL
Dwg. 15U-63) For interc hangeable blade models see
Prop. Spec. No. 603 (NOTE 6).
Dia.: Max. 11'6-3/8", min. allowable for repairs
11'3-3/8". No further reduction permitted.
Min. low pitch getting 16° at 42 in. sta.
Placard required: "Avoid continuous operation between 1900
and 2050 rpm."
Additional placard required unless engines equipped with spline
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