NASA Retires Iconic DC-8 Flying Laboratory After 37 Years of Service

The aircraft, known for groundbreaking atmospheric research and stunning Earth views, will be replaced by a Boeing-777.

The DC-8 served as a flying laboratory for NASA, providing unique glimpses of Earth and vital atmospheric data.
Researchers and engineers gathered at Ames Research Center to witness its final flight before retirement.
The plane contributed to significant scientific discoveries, including data on the ozone layer and polar ice.
A Boeing-777 will take over the DC-8's role, continuing NASA's airborne research missions.
The DC-8 will retire to Idaho State University for use in aircraft maintenance training.