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Troop Carrier Airplanes: Cockpit Procedure

This U.S. Army Air Forces documentary short film depicts training methods and instructions for pilots of the C-47 Skytrain troop carrier aircraft. Lieutenant Warren is shown being put through his training paces by his instructor, Captain Mathews, who shows Warren the correct procedures and checklists for preparation for takeoff, takeoff, automatic pilot functioning, feathering a malfunctioning engine, and landing on one engine. Upon landing, Lt. Warren is instructed in taxiing and shut-down of the aircraft.

Release DateMarch 13, 1944
StatusReleased
Original TitleTroop Carrier Airplanes: Cockpit Procedure
Runtime 34min
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Original LanguageEnglish
Production CountriesUnited States of America
Production CompaniesFirst Motion Picture Unit, United States Army Air Forces