The Dornier Do 24 flying boat was somewhat unusual, not in design, but in the fact it served Axis, Allied and Neutral Air Forces during WWII primarily in the air sea rescue role, but also in the maritime reconnaissance and transport roles. It was in the former it excelled, being responsible for the rescue of some 12,000 people during its career. We take a look at the type’s history, particularly in Asia and Australia and track down the surviving airframes including the unique Dornier houseboat.
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