The Curtiss C-46 Commando, a remarkable twin-engine transport aircraft that played a crucial role during World War II. The Curtiss C46 originated from the Curtiss CW20 pressurized high-altitude airliner design. Early reports referred to it as the Condor III, but by early 1942 - the name “Commando” was officially adopted.The prototype, designed in 1937 by George A. Page Jr., aimed to compete with the Douglas DC-4 and Boeing 307 Stratoliner.
The innovative “figure-eight” fuselage design allowed it to withstand pressure differentials at high altitudes. Unlike its four-engine competitors, the C-46 featured twin engines, resulting in lower operating costs and a simpler structure! #shorts #aviation #war #ww2 #curtiss #c46 #payware #msfs #fs2020 #flightsimulator

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