How Douglas Developed The DC-6 To Compete With The Lockheed Constellation

First taking to the skies for commercial airlines in 1947, the Douglas DC-6 was one of many post-war pressurized airliners to be built by the manufacturer. The quad-engine aircraft was originally designed to serve as a cargo lifter, but was later modified by Douglas to compete effectively with the Lockheed Constellation.

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