Subdeacon Joe Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utah Bob #35998 Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 The Connie. One of the most beautiful designs ever. Back when air travel was classy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 one of the most graceful aircraft ever -- when in flight or on the ground. Unfortunately, all are grounded (not sure about the one in Australia). The one in the video has been on static display since 2010 or so when the company that owned it went bankrupt. There's a new owner, but to my knowledge, they're not keeping it airworthy. Our hometown Super Connie has been grounded since '07 due to engine problems. They're trying to get if flying again, but it takes a lot $$$$ and there are other priorities with other aircraft. I've seen it fly several times and done a walk-thru too. One of the most impressive things I saw was a short field landing using the reversible props. IIRC, it was down and stopped in under 2,000 feet. Wow. More.. Cool post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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