C-460 Caudron Racer Luftwaffe emerged from his expertise as

emerged from his expertise as an engineering/test pilot in the early 1930s

Douglas built 338 DC-7s and delivered the last in 1958

Douglas did not built transports specifically for the military for another 10 years

From the proud roar of the engines to the intriguingly detailed body

which significantly reduces both interior and exterior noise

C-460 Caudron Racer Luftwaffe emerged from his expertise asCaudron C 460 #100 Thompson Trophy: The Thompson trophy race was one of the National Air Races of the heyday of early airplane racing in the 1930's. Established in 1929, the last race was held in 1961. The race was 10 miles long with 50 foot high pylons marking the turns, and emphasized low altitude flying and maneuverability at high speeds. As the race was flown around a closed course, crowds in the grandstands could easily see much of the spectacle.