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The Boeing 377 was one of the most capable of post-war propeller-driven transports, and certainly among the most luxurious. A total of 56 aircraft were built consisting of one prototype later reconditioned, and 55 built for airlines. Hundreds more of this general design, with engineering differences, were built as KC-97 tankers and C-97 military transports.The Stratocruiser flew premier services to Hawaii, across both oceans, and elsewhere in the world. It was one of the few airliners with a double-decker seating arrangement until the 747. The upper deck was for 55–100 passenger seats or 28 sleeper berths, while the lower deck had a lounge and bar. Passengers could walk down and get a drink on the long flights, once the plane leveled off at cruising altitude.
Credits: SimV Stratcruiser
Skies from mayyang.com painted ocean from google photos
Overall work painted with GIMP
Thanks for Looking. Cheers, Mike
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Comments: 19
deviant654 [2013-11-03 03:14:37 +0000 UTC]
A fabulous job. As good an airplane graphic as I have ever seen. Top grade work.
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zulumike In reply to deviant654 [2013-11-03 14:16:09 +0000 UTC]
Thank you, such a beautiful aircraft and a great period of flying.
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zulumike In reply to GreyWolfeRun [2013-04-15 18:56:38 +0000 UTC]
Thank You, appreciate it. I like youe art also.
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zulumike In reply to focusgallery [2013-03-29 00:08:40 +0000 UTC]
Thank You. I appreciate it.
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scattershine [2013-03-23 00:42:50 +0000 UTC]
This is one of my favorite airplanes! Very nice painting!
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zulumike In reply to scattershine [2013-03-23 01:25:11 +0000 UTC]
Thanks for the kind words.
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kanyiko [2013-03-21 23:09:44 +0000 UTC]
Very nice shot of the 'ol 377!! The 'American Overseas Airlines' livery in particular is an often-forgotten one, AOA only flew the Stratocruiser for a year before they were absorbed into Pan American. The type is mostly remembered for its services with BOAC and Pan American, and less for its operations with United Airlines; its service with TALOA and Ransa is pretty much forgotten, as is its military service with the IDF-AF...
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zulumike In reply to kanyiko [2013-03-22 00:30:19 +0000 UTC]
Thank You. I appreciate the info and feedback.
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UrsusAureusHistorias [2013-03-21 20:31:38 +0000 UTC]
One of the most interesting if homely aircraft, you should tackle the S-307 Stratoliner as well
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zulumike In reply to UrsusAureusHistorias [2013-03-21 20:37:50 +0000 UTC]
Its ugly yet it's beautiful, I love the inside cockpit view.
Thanks for the feedback on the Stratoliner, I'll check it out also want to do the "Connie". Cheers.
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