End of an era as DC-10 makes final passenger trip
The famous DC-10 plane, which has been in the air since the 70s, has made its last ever passenger journey from Birmingham Airport today. It's being decommissioned to make way for newer models.
Aviation enthusiasts thrilled to be part of DC-10 last flight
Aviation enthusiasts have travelled from across the globe to fly on the DC-10's final passenger flight, which took off on a round trip from Birmingham this afternoon.
Chris Sloan and Dayan Hochman, both from the USA, said they simply had to make sure they were on the flight.
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