Junkers Ju-52 'Iron Annie'Aero Favourite 20 |
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  This surviving Junkers Ju 52/3m has been painted as D-AQUI in Lufthansa's colour scheme of 1936. It can be seen at airshows and is used for pleasure flights. (Photo: Lufthansa) |
Aero Favourite 20Junkers Ju-52The Junkers Ju 52 (nicknamed 'Auntie Ju' or 'Iron Annie') was a transport aircraft, both used by airlines and air forces. At first the aircraft with its remarkable corrugated skin was single-engined, but appeared to be underpowered. In 1931 Junkers attached two more engines and since then the aircraft became a success. Almost 5000 were built. During World War II the Ju-52 was the most-used transport aircraft of the Luftwaffe. It was also flew as a bomber and could be fitted with floats or skis. Production lasted until 1945. |
 This aircraft was exhibited on the roof terrace of Frankfurt Rhein/Main Airport. |
 The Swiss Air Force flew three Junkers Ju-52 aircraft until the early 1980s. (Source: unknown) |
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