On Fri, 25 Nov 2005 12:43:23 -0500 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I'll never forget seeing the Super Connie on the runway - it's landing > gear was long and elegant - kind of like the Concorde but *more*! ;-) > > The performance they got in the 50s from piston engines and straight > wings was really amazing --
I also agree the Super Connie is a neat airplane. What type did President Eisenhower have as his Air Force 1? I used to remember what he called it, but I've forgotten. Interesting take-off picture: http://www.superconstellation.ch/ Lots of interesting links to follow: http://www.conniesurvivors.com/ Info about Lockheed 1649A Super Constellation Starliners: http://www.starliner.net/ Craig