six of Joe McBryan DC-3 airliners still fly , 70 years ago this month after their introduction . Catalina Island 's CNN offers scheduled passenger flights on DC-3s . DC-3s opened the door to profitable coast-to-coast airline routes . ` People always have a story . Nickamed `` Gooney Birds , '' the DC-3s are known for their rugged landing gear and airframes .
six of Joe McBryan DC-3 airliners still fly , 70 years ago this month after their introduction . Catalina Island 's CNN offers scheduled passenger flights on DC-3s . DC-3s opened the door to profitable coast-to-coast airline routes . Nickamed `` Gooney Birds , '' the DC-3s are known for their rugged landing gear and airframes .