Seven Seas to Rio by Mike Machat

One of the last majestic propliners, a Douglas DC-7C operated by Braniff International Airways climbs out of Rio de Janeiros' Galeao Airport. Named for its ability to span all oceans, the Douglas DC-7C "Seven Seas" was the final piston model of the famous "DC" series produced by the Douglas Aircraft Company. Designed to provide the ultimate in speed and luxury for commercial air travelers, the model was short-lived as the mainstay of international air carriers. After only a few short years, the DC-7Cs were pushed off to shorter routes by the new commercial jets.