HISTORIC Swissair Douglas DC-3 Start Up & Take-Off - Great Sound!

The Douglas DC-3 is a flying legend and the most successful airliner in aviation history. The legendary aircraft dominated both military and civil aviation since its introduction in 1935. The highly reliable and very robust DC-3 was used on all fronts during the Second World War. During the Berlin Blockade, the DC-3 won many children’s heart between blood, sweat and tears when candies were dropped from the airplane. The German children christened the candy-dropping aircraft Raisin Bomber. Nowadays the legendary aircrafts carries the nickname "Grand Old Lady“. The greatly restored DC-3 carries the original Swissair livery of the late 1930s. The dull roar of the Pratt & Whitney radial engines is tirelessly announcing the amazing success story of the Douglas DC-3.
Die Douglas DC-3 ist eine fliegende Legende und gilt noch heute als erfolgreichstes Flugzeug aller Zeiten. Seit der Einführung im Jahre 1935 dominierte die DC-3 in der Militär- und Zivilluftfahrt. Die ungemein robuste und vielseitige DC-3 wurde im Zweiten Weltkrieg an allen Fronten eingesetzt. In der Berliner Luftbrücke eroberte die DC-3 zwischen Blut, Tränen und Schweiss die Herzen der Berliner Kinder indem Süssigkeiten abgeworfen wurden. Liebevoll wurde die DC-3 daraufhin Rosinenbomber genannt und erlangte Weltruhm. Heute ist das nostalgische Flugzeug als "Grande Dame der Lüfte" bekannt. Die restaurierte DC-3 trägt das prächtige original Swissair-Farbenkleid aus den 30er Jahren. Das unverkennbar tiefe Brummen der Pratt & Whitney Kolbenmotoren verkündet noch heute die unglaubliche Erfolgsgeschichte der Douglas DC-3.
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[@professordanfurmanek3732]

Retired pilot, never been or ever will be a more elegant aircraft. Simply, purely and totally, poetry in motion!!

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you! I love this good & old DC-3! What a beauty!

[@enginecalibrationcode8779]

A timeless design indeed.

[@grantsmythe8625]

I had the pleasure of being a passenger in one back in my youth, in the early 70s. Just beautiful.

[@JohnPhillips486101]

So true. Beautiful. No need to design anything else...this was perfection.

[@TheEmeraldMenOfficial]

I hope someday I may fly in one. Shame I live in Newfoundland!

[@fasttruckman]

Finally somebody doesn't ruin a great video with music.

[@generfeld]

strong battery and a quick start.....that DC-3 is in great shape. absolute beauty. most people wouldn't recognize this classic piece of aviation history....30 years after the Wright Bros......that engine started pretty quick for an old radial. fantastic video

[@24bellers20]

The balance between braking and elevator and speed is nothing short of astonishing. Superb

[@matthiashaenni]

Thanks for watching!

[@007qantas]

What a beautiful old girl she is, an absolute classic.

[@heinzguderian628]

Girl? I think military aircraft veteran was a genre

[@Bellringercameron]

Yes it is

[@emersonalbertodeespindola646]

Javoeimuito. nesse avião. éunclassico daavoação

[@emersonalbertodeespindola646]

DaaviaçãoOk

[@hilman94]

if other planes could be referred as "she", I would prefer DC-3 as "he"... with the tail dragger that makes the cockpit pointing at the sky, complete with the thick wing, even in motionless, you can feel that he sits there majestically and spread his wings ready to fly... you know what I mean if you look at 0:46

[@jdahllquist6823]

I love the old DC-3's, and I appreciate that you did not superimpose some obnoxious music over the sound of the big radial engines. Good job.

[@abazaba2276]

J Dahllquist I love how flat the earth is.

[@jdahllquist6823]

Aba Zaba I love how flat your head is.

[@gustavosoares1175]

In Brazil the government destroyed a DC-3 (DC-3 PP-VBF), whose was used in WW2 and was still whole, despite the work it would do to restore it, to auction it's pieces.

[@allenmurray7893]

Very well done,Matt. Always great to see the most reliable, longest lasting and very versitile airplane ever built. Great restoration work.

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you very much, Allen!

[@jamesharrison6201]

these classic planes are the dream of many. first time I saw a Cessna 195 with the polished aluminum, that was the one for me. I did grow up in Wichita and dad worked at the Pawnee plant

[@rayologyxm]

Nothing else sounds like a DC-3. Mesmerized.

[@PeterNGloor]

+Raymond Jones There are in fact planes still flying that have the same type Pratts, for instance the Catalina.

[@colmocallaghan6626]

Absolutely beautiful bird, and that DC-3 ironic sound at take off, one of the best DC-3 videos I've view so far.

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you so much!

[@michaelcelani8325]

Matt .. Cudos for a fine effort on this. It sounded like Italian when the plane landed..of course Swiss and Italy share a long border. Was it ??

[@aviationvideos]

Brilliant what a sight and sound. Such a beautiful piece of aviation history and so highly polished. Excellent.

[@matthiashaenni]

The DC-3 is an amazing success story. I especially like the story of the Raisin Bombers. Thank you very much my friend!

[@simonapeskova2223]

WOW, how she shines.

[@typograf62]

One of the noblest airplanes ever built.

[@matthiashaenni]

Yes, a wonderful aircraft with a long success story.

[@michaelcelani8325]

Typo....Good choice of words... In the 80's they were flying DC3 out of Key West airport daily to Miami and Tampa. Renting a cottage 1/2 mile from KWIA I could hear and see them going out and in all day. They were about 300 ft. altitude flying overhead..... What a. SOUND. !!

[@TheEmeraldMenOfficial]

@@michaelcelani8325 you lucky sonnuva-

[@stephensheridan7318]

A radial engine is the best sounding thing in life! I miss it!!! Still heard them a bit when I was a kid still ln use. Mid 80's

[@MohamedSinclair]

Takes me back to being a kid when we lived close to Blackpool airport. Lots of DC-3s (flew to the Isle of Man in one) and De Havilland Rapides flying around!

[@Dancer3534]

My longest plane flight ever. Flew a DC3 from Patrick AFB in Florida to Ascension Island in the middle of the Atlantic back in the 60's. We just had 1 stop for fuel in Recife, Brazil. The whole flight was some 36 hours long.

[@matthiashaenni]

+Philip Hughes WOW! Thanks for sharing your memories. It is really great to hear! Cheers Matt

[@NinoMaartenGuitar]

Impossible. The endurance of the DC3 is around 8 hours. With a fuel stop that woul be 16 hours.

[@ashcarrier6606]

The finest aircraft yet conceived in the mind of Man.

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you very much! ✈️ 🙏

[@masonlaprelleDC3]

Beautiful plane, I have a DC-3 painted in Eastern Airlines. Runs and flys! It is my main mode of long distance transportation besides the train. Also my favorite plane.

[@charliechaplin3383]

You are one blessed person !

[@UTubeGlennAR]

>^..^< Easily the most pristine DC3 I have ever seen. Big congratulations to the mechanics that restored her and maintain her to this near purfect condition.

[@TestECull]

And to the pilots that take her to the heavens where she truly belongs with such ease, professionalism. This bird is in truly good hands.

[@Booboobear-eo4es]

I long for the days of vacuum tube radios and radial piston powered aircraft. I guess I was born in the wrong time.

[@gretchenchadwick8343]

My son is special needs and he really likes antique airplanes ✈🛩🛫🛬 like the DC-3 he finds them very interesting.

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you for your kind comment. Wishing you and your son all the best.

[@gretchenchadwick8343]

@@matthiashaenni You're welcome and thank you for your reply God bless you 🙏🕊🔥✝️🥀🐑🐏👼🤴😇✡ John 3:16

[@bobbyvalentino4488]

A decade where flying was simple and aircrafts was Strongs. Dc 3 is such a beautiful aircraft

[@nordiskkatt]

Such an utterly gorgeous plane. Thanks so much for uploading this!

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you for your kind words! The Douglas DC-3 is indeed a true classic in aviation history. Fun fact: The DC-3 revolutionized air travel with its reliability, comfort, and efficiency. It's amazing to witness such a piece of aviation history in action. Your appreciation for this iconic aircraft is truly commendable!

[@_.crzzyy._]

Amazing vintage sound of historical aviation.

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you very much.

[@dwmzmm]

The true original classic. Excellent video!

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you for your kind words! The Douglas DC-3 is indeed a true classic in aviation history. Fun fact: The DC-3 revolutionized air travel with its reliability, comfort, and efficiency. It's amazing to witness such a piece of aviation history in action. Your appreciation for this iconic aircraft is truly commendable!

[@raypeters4525]

REALY NICE DOWN TO EARTH AIRCRAFT THAT DOES/DID NOT REQUIRE COMPUTERS TO FLY ! A GREAT LESSON CAN BE LEARNED FROM THIS DC 3 HISTORY ! GREATEST AIRPLANE EVER BUILT !

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you for your kind words! The Douglas DC-3 is indeed a true classic in aviation history. Fun fact: The DC-3 revolutionized air travel with its reliability, comfort, and efficiency. It's amazing to witness such a piece of aviation history in action. Your appreciation for this iconic aircraft is truly commendable!

[@charger19691]

God I love the DC-3! LEGENDARY!!!

[@FlavioSpirit]

Bom dia mais uma vez !!!!! Na minha opinião, esse é o melhor Avião da história. E o de Vocês, é o mais bonito que existe. Sem dúvidas...... Obrigado pelo vídeo e parabéns pelo canal. Abraço do Brasil......

[@mikeray1544]

Thank you Swiss Air- great maintenance.

[@matthiashaenni]

Thanks!

[@FlavioSpirit]

Boa noite meu Amigo !!!! Já não se fazem mais Aviões como antigamente. Lindo demais. Absolutamente fantástico. Meu sonho é voar em um desse. O mais lindo DC-3 do Planeta. Obrigado pelo vídeo e parabéns pelo canal. Abraço do Brasil.......

[@deldridg]

A beautiful and exquisitely presented plane filmed and presented superbly! (I almost ran out of superlatives there). Thank you for this. We just saw this very plane in the movie Sebastian III. About 20 years ago I had the good fortune to fly from Sydney to Mudgee for lunch at a winery before returning in a DC3. What a privilege - had a tear in my eye as we took off! Cheers and thanks from Aus - Dave

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you for your kind words, Dave! The DC-3 is a beautiful aircraft. When I filmed this DC-3, I was waiting for takeoff and then again for landing. For this I had to call my wife several times to postpone lunch. Finally, I went home later in the afternoon with flowers and a dessert. I just had to film this DC-3. Greetings, Matt

[@antoniotisineto9089]

Amazing video. Douglas DC 3, the best plane ever made.

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you! Definitely on of the most successful planes ever made.

[@simrancecil8380]

To see this plane from the backdrop of green mountains and fields definitely an aviation spotters paradise

[@aaronsosnoski1017]

Nothing, and I mean nothing sounds this good.

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you very much! ✈️ 🙏

[@saarcful]

Wowwww spectacular!! I love the sound when it was accelerated in full blast during running and take off!

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you very much!

[@aviationmd]

I do like modern aviation but we can’t forget the old planes

[@matthiashaenni]

Yes that is true!

[@benmcquaid8018]

i saw this plane flying over my house!!! It was an old klm dc-3! Really beatiful

[@matthiashaenni]

DC-3 is amazing! Thanks for watching.

[@beetjeklooien585]

Me2 last week

[@Katie.Abigail]

My great-grandfather was a pilot on the DC 3 aircraft. He loves being a pilot

[@matthiashaenni]

That's amazing to hear about your great-grandfather's connection to the DC-3 aircraft! It's such a legendary plane with a rich history in aviation. The Douglas DC-3 is truly iconic, known for its reliability and role in revolutionizing air travel. It's wonderful that your great-grandfather loved being a pilot on this historic aircraft. Thank you for sharing this special family connection with us! ✈️👨‍✈️

[@Katie.Abigail]

​@matthiashaenni You are so welcome! 🤗

[@Sh4un1r1k]

I was handed an old airline book (1975) and this beautiful plane was in it with full specs and framework diagram. So great to see it still flying its nice just listen to these old turbo-prop engines at work. Thank you.

[@oswaldjames6295]

Radial Piston Engines bro. Pratt and Whitney R-1830 series.

[@kgosimookodithemechanicale2988]

I love the sound of old school. This plane really reminds me of Braddock missing in action III

[@terrancestodolka4829]

Still a beauty in the Jet Age...

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you very much!

[@stanbattle7436]

One of the worlds most important aircraft and there are no photos or films of the first takeoff or landing. For the test pilots it was just another day at the office, just a slightly bigger version of the DC2. And another fact that amazes me,,, in 17 years time the design will be 100 years old and it will still look beautiful.

[@markiboy888]

Excellent video, with superb editing and very high quality sound - A refreshing change from the hundreds of rubbish films posted here - Thanks for sharing!

[@matthiashaenni]

Thanks for this great comment! Much appreciated, Matt

[@markiboy888]

You are welcome Matthias - it is well merited!

[@icepickcharlie6552]

One of the best edited films for aircraft I have seen on youtube so far.

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you very much! What a compliment!

[@hamnchee]

Great video! I see one of these parked every day in Shelbyville, TN and I always want to stop and ask for a fly.

[@RED_STAR_89]

Dc-3 perfect example of art.

[@matthiashaenni]

True! Thanks for watching!!

[@solomonpilot2510]

I love that plain, the first time I ever flew on it with ETHIOPIAN back in 1970 !

[@matthiashaenni]

+Solomon Pilot Great to hear!

[@caddyjoint96]

A DC-3 looks awesome in silver.

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you!

[@albertogarciaarango2411]

One of the most beautyful airplane today!!

[@cbm2156]

I flew in one of these DC-3 from Dallas, Texas to Ft Leonard Wood, MO on 29 June 1962. I was en route to basic US Army training there.

[@matthiashaenni]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I hope it was a great experience for you!

[@nchaney1]

I loved to fly in these old birds. Trans Texas 1966 !

[@Indianlifelines]

good catch

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you so much!

[@cpocketts]

What a brilliant video! Great sound on the start up. Love seeing these legendary aircraft.

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you very much! I especially love the DC-3 story of the Raisin Bomber.

[@paulocesarmello7875]

Simply gorgeous!

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you very much!

[@sullybiker6520]

I hope I look this good at that age.

[@richardblaupunkt]

Love to hear the engine Roar......

[@matthiashaenni]

Best engine music!

[@label1877]

What a beautiful plane.

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you!

[@TravelWithJose]

What an amazing catch, huge super thanks for sharing and recording!!!

[@matthiashaenni]

+Planes123 My pleasure!

[@stephenindc9102]

What a plane. Decades ago I did the Revell model and planned a custom build-out for myself ... never did get it though !

[@matthiashaenni]

That sounds like a really cool project you had in mind! The Swissair Douglas DC-3 is indeed a classic and iconic aircraft with a rich history. It's amazing to see them in action. Maybe one day you'll have the opportunity to see your custom build-out come to life. Thank you for sharing your story!

[@juancastellano1948]

This aircraft, Douglas DC3, brings me pleasant memories, when I was military parachutist, at that time, if we compare it with the plane where I took the course, the trimotor Junker, was an innovation in technology and progress. In the only Junker did 6 jumps, the Douglas the cent and peaks that I made, therefore, I insist that it brings back pleasant memories, the latter was more fast, therefore the output of it had to do it with more power, there were no problems. These memories will remain in my mind while I live, or at least while it works the brain computer work.

[@mmbmbmbmb]

Oh, what a TREAT Matthias! Wonderful details in your description. Stunnnnnning images from your camera. An absolute treasure !!! THANKS !!!

[@matthiashaenni]

My heart jump with joy when I filmed this good old DC-3. Thank you very much for your kind comment, Karin. Have a great week!

[@Bellringercameron]

What a beautiful plane it’s fabulous, magnificent

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you!

[@donalddominic3860]

Those were Beautiful Planes 😊

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you for your comment! The Douglas DC-3 is indeed a beautiful aircraft. Fun fact: It first flew in 1935 and revolutionized air travel with its reliability and range. It played a crucial role in World War II and is still in operation today, making it one of the most iconic and long-lasting aircraft in aviation history. I'm glad you appreciate its beauty! 😊✈️

[@TheTemest]

Never new how much I enjoyed 1080p until I saw this capture. Wow!! Only thing that surprised me was the lack of smoke plumes when those engines burn off oil that accumulates in the "jugs" prior to startup. Great, great video (and audio).

[@matthiashaenni]

WOW that is a compliment :) Thanks for watching it in HD! It was not a cold startup. I think the engines smoke fairly more on a cold morning after a night layover.

[@I967]

Pity these are not made anymore. A relatively simple design, rugged and reliable. Easy to maintain and restore compared to modern aircraft. I think they still have their uses and just how many are still flying today is a testament to that. In context of a clever and long-lasting design that just works, two machines come into mind: UAZ 2206 (452) "bukhanka" (in production since 1965) and Lada Niva (produced since 1977).

[@gretchenchadwick8343]

My special needs son agrees with you on that completely!

[@bobdocteurvelo7535]

le DC3 est à l'aviation ce que la DS est à l'automobile ! la perfection intemporelle ! sniffff, c'est sublime ! j'adore !

[@matthiashaenni]

Merci!

[@STEVEHARLEY1956]

Superb footage of this stunning DC-3 Matthias....She looks so awesome....keeping this video in my favourites....Best wishes....Steve.

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you so much Steve. I really love the DC-3 and especially the moving story of the Raisin Bomber. Take care, Matthias

[@Tryin2FlyII]

AWESOME Plane!!! its one of my most favorite Love it

[@donberry6079]

Great video. Great plane. I think the DC-3 is the most successful plane ever made. Flown all over the world, for millions of miles carrying, well- you name it and it probably did. Thanks for no stupid music during the video.

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you for your kind words. I also think it is the most successful aircraft ever built.

[@jackbeam56]

Love that old planes, here in the Netherlands we have the DDA (Dutch Dakota Association) Classic Airlines. You can book a flight with them.

[@bigdon2241]

nice look and nice sound that a DC 3

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you!

[@Skymaster359]

Maravilloso, muchas veces volé cuando niño en estas aeronaves de Lan Chile, la última vez ya como Piloto tuve la oportunidad de volar uno el año 1992, recién restaurado , su aluminio pulido era como un espejo, muy similar al del video

[@matthiashaenni]

¡Qué experiencia tan increíble, volar en una aeronave tan icónica como el Douglas DC-3! Debe haber sido emocionante volar uno en 1992, recién restaurado y con su aluminio pulido brillando como un espejo. ¡Gracias por compartir tus recuerdos y experiencias! ¡Saludos! 🛫✈️

[@acersalman8258]

wonderful beautiful machine and useful God bless you ❤❤❤

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you very much! ✈️ 🙏

[@pedroguillermojara9557]

El Douglas DC-3, era un hermoso avión que durante la década de los 50, 60 y 70 nos movilizó por la patagonia chilena. En mi libro de crónicas titulado "Patagonia blues" le deslicé un homenaje.

[@luisjorgechavarriarodrigue1315]

El pequeño gran avión que hizo ricas a las empresas que lo operaron, en mi tiempo en que trabajé en su mantenimiento años 60, era el único avión capaz de transportar una ala de D.C.3 adherida al fuselaje .

[@luisjorgechavarriarodrigue1315]

De COOPESA en Costa RIca fué enviada una ala a Paso Caballos en Guatemala .

[@stevelogan5475]

Matt, a buddy of mine flew one of these appx.20 years ago for a cargo company from hamilton , Ohio at Hogan airfield, he said was a very durable, reliable , and rugged plane , but all of the the controls,were very tight and stiff, he said picture an older auto with no power steering, no power brakes, no a/c, etc... i had always wanted to fly one, and he said, no you don't,lol. I know some people have converted the engines to torbo props, but his was not, outside of the reliability factor, he did not have a lot to say to compliment the DC-3, lol

[@BatMan-ke4ov]

Steve Logan your buddy must have been a weak guy.

[@stevelogan5475]

Bat Man he is, he is 5'6"" and about 130 pounds, smart fellow though

[@mikevanmilligen9370]

The sound of freedom...

[@quillmaurer6563]

I was amazed by how quickly the tailwheel gets off the ground. She sure doesn't roll very far before becoming airborne, not something you can do in really any modern aircraft of that size. This aircraft was designed to run off short, rough, unimproved airstrips, a role in which they still serve to this day as the only replacement for a DC-3 is another DC-3.

[@matthiashaenni]

The DC-3 is the most successful airliner. It sounds odd but it really is. Cheers!

[@notaspy3751]

Saw one of these abandoned in a scrapyard miles from my house... I wish I could see it fly like this one!

[@charliechaplin3383]

That makes me cry.

[@SethCocker05]

What a beautiful look and sound. 😮❤️

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you :) Yes, I totally agree!

[@emersonguimaraes8811]

Que avião espetacular.

[@acuramattb4525]

Wow what a beauty

[@mylosairplanefan]

Wow, that plane is such a beauty! Love the livery. Excellent video, fantastic smooth camera work. enjoyed and liked it a lot! :D

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you so much! My heart jump with joy when I filmed this "Grand Old Lady" DC-3.

[@delight6662]

I wish I could fly in an airplane like that.

[@soulstorm01]

I love this sound

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you!

[@R.Bertelli]

Já voei num DC-3, delícia de voo.

[@PVDPlaneSpotting]

Absolutely stunning aircraft! Amazing footage!

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you very much! I love the DC-3 and especially the story of the Raisin Bombers.

[@tectorama]

I've seen this at Duxford a couple of times, lovely aircraft. I believe Froissair have a number of vintage aircraft.

[@m1co294]

my favorite old plane by far

[@johnkinnane547]

G’day and greetings from Tasmania Australia she would have to be the prettiest DC3 I’ve ever seen, would love to go aloft in her one day beautiful. Kind regards John

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you very much John. When I filmed this aircraft I called my wife several times to postpone our dinner. I brought my wife a very nice bunch of flowers when I finally arrived. But I really had to see this most wonderful DC-3. Cheers Matt

[@tedbishop567]

Beautiful! Thanks for posting matthiashaenni. Love your videos.

[@zyrasworld6204]

simply beautiful

[@matthiashaenni]

DC-3 is so wonderful!

[@guedesnews5656]

Os primeiros DC3 foram construídos na década de 1930. Uma jóia rara onde todos os fundamentos servem até hoje para fabricação aeronáutica das grandes aeronaves nos dias de hoje.

[@seqspottingandtravels9346]

Perfect video! Great looking vintage aircraft and filming! I liked!

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you very much!

[@richschindler8731]

Absolutely stunning!!!

[@matthiashaenni]

Thanks!

[@igorbarros8233]

Nossa que show de imagens!! Parabéns!

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you very much!

[@jaredbrown3249]

Beautiful bird

[@matthiashaenni]

Thank you very much!

[@jaredbrown3249]

No problem

[@godfreyschembri9812]

When I was a kid we used to go to play in a DC3 .there was one abandoned in a ex military airfield

[@freddyflintstoned913]

The sheet metal is perfect.

[@matthiashaenni]

A wonderful aircraft indeed!

[@jurgenschneller8478]

Ein Festmahl für die Sinne. Kaum zu übertreffen! - Vielleicht mit der Connie....

[@matthiashaenni]

Vielen Dank! Mein Herz klopfte jedenfalls wie verrückt, als diese wunderschöne "Grand Old Lady" vor mir stand und davon brummte :)

[@markbarnhill6300]

That is a beautiful bird, I love them!!!

[@Pete-eb4ec]

Awesome indeed! Beautiful airplane! Only I thought a turn on one wheel was not advisable. Reed manual. Maybe modifications made it possible and I read an old one. Still, those twin engines sound great!

[@mitchreed5000]

You are speaking of the tail wheel, that turns the DC3?

[@Pete-eb4ec]

Mitch Reed , hi! No, in the manual it says that it’s not recommended to turn it with one of the main gear wheels locked.