Building 3001: Home of the "Gooney Bird"
Description:
Article describes the history of Building 3001 at Tinker Air Force Base, where Oklahoman workers produced thousands of C-47 military aircraft during World War II. The building was nicknamed the "Gooney Bird" after the Albatross, clumsy on the ground but beautiful in flight.
Date:
Autumn 2013
Creator:
Allin, Lawrence Carroll
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Oklahoma Historical Society