De Havilland Comet and DC 2 airliners compete in MacRobertson Air Race, 1934

The video discusses the DC3 aircraft, its predecessor the DC-2, and their roles in aviation history. It highlights the 1934 air race from Mildenhall to Melbourne, where the DC-2, despite finishing second, showcased advanced features like stressed skin flaps and retractable undercarriage, marking a significant step in transport aviation.

Which aircraft became a significant workhorse in aviation history?

• Airbus A380

• DC3

• Boeing 747

• Concorde

What was the prize for the 1934 race from Mildenhall to Melbourne?

• £5,000

• £15,000

• £20,000

• £10,000

Which aircraft won the 1934 race from Mildenhall to Melbourne?

• DC-2

• Boeing 707

• Comet

• Lockheed Vega

What was one of the features of the DC-2 that contributed to its success?

• Fixed landing gear

• Variable pitch propellers

• Single engine

• Wooden frame

What did the DC-2 herald in the field of aviation?

• The rise of military aviation

• The future of transport aviation

• The end of propeller-driven planes

• The decline of passenger flights