An unexpected find at Naples, FL. No unobstructed shot was possible.

About to land on runway 30 at MIA.

This DC-6 made an emergency landing at KBTR after hitting trees on approach to the airport in New Orleans, LA. in heavy fog the day before this slide was taken. New Orleans is about 50 miles southeast of Baton Rouge. Note the damage to the wing leading edge from a tree. There also was extensive damage under the fuselage, including a gash running from the wing to the tail. Additionally, the number four engine was damaged and was shut down and feathered, as can be seen in the slide. They were lucky to walk away uninjured from this incident.

Departed during a terrible thunderstorm.

Built for Pan American in December 1953 as DC-6B N6109C, serving until sold in May 1958. Converted to DC-6B(F) freighter in 1975 and flown by CTLM 1977-1983.

Ex N6109C Pan Am, YV-C-EVR Avensa, and HR-SAO Sahsa.

Ex Pan AM N6109C converted to freighter on short final for 30 at MIA.