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Posted: 10/21/2014 7:52:55 PM EDT
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http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C_z9nxO4XsU/TtTJgZpEtDI/AAAAAAAAG8A/VDu4CV3vjFE/s1600/douglas_dc3.jpg http://cdn.hdwallpaperspics.com/uploads/2012/12/Concorde_01_1024x768_.jpg ...............................................wat. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Honestly they all kinda look alike to me. http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-C_z9nxO4XsU/TtTJgZpEtDI/AAAAAAAAG8A/VDu4CV3vjFE/s1600/douglas_dc3.jpg http://cdn.hdwallpaperspics.com/uploads/2012/12/Concorde_01_1024x768_.jpg ...............................................wat. Well those two obviously look very different. But 737,747,707 etc etc etc all look alike to me. I'm also scared of flying so I'm sure that has something to do with it. |
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Posted: 10/21/2014 8:05:37 PM EDT
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Best Commie Trashcan Airliner; IL-96
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Posted: 10/21/2014 8:09:24 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryFTW |
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Posted: 10/21/2014 8:10:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOne of those flew over my work about a month ago. |
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Posted: 10/21/2014 8:11:34 PM EDT
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You don't have a downs fetish do you? http://graphics8.nytimes.com/images/2008/08/27/garden/28plane-600.jpg Quote HistoryQuoted:
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a380 i LIKe You don't have a downs fetish do you? http://graphics8.nytimes.com/images/2008/08/27/garden/28plane-600.jpg That fivehead tho... |
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Posted: 10/21/2014 8:16:46 PM EDT
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I've always thought highly of this as well:
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Posted: 10/21/2014 8:21:24 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/21/2014 8:30:21 PM EDT
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I am sorry but if you don't think the Lockheed constellation or super constellation is the most beautiful airliner ever you are functionally retarded.
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Posted: 10/21/2014 8:33:47 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/21/2014 8:36:46 PM EDT
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I am partial to the 777, with the 747 second.
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Posted: 10/21/2014 8:38:32 PM EDT
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Concorde, followed by the super Connie.
747 is my top 5. |
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Posted: 10/21/2014 8:39:51 PM EDT
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Queen of the Skies
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Posted: 10/21/2014 8:44:40 PM EDT
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Honestly they all kinda look alike to me. This, but in fairness I love tanks and I have no doubt they all look the same to some people as well. |
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Posted: 10/21/2014 8:47:52 PM EDT
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I've always thought highly of this as well: http://www.twinbeech.com/images/Aircraft/manufacturers/beech/beech18/mililtaryseries/3series/3NMN223CM/Beech_4312lg.jpg They fly nice until you have to work on the brakes. Awful brakes. |
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Posted: 10/21/2014 8:52:45 PM EDT
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THIS one that took me from Bagram to Dubai at the end of my contract in Afghanistan:
Actually, another vote for Concorde. I love the 747, though. I do think the A-380 is growing on me, especially when I ride in Business Class.  I had a free upgrade from Emirates on my last trip back to Saudi from Dubai.
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Posted: 10/21/2014 9:01:16 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryThank you! Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile |
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Posted: 10/21/2014 9:05:31 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/21/2014 9:06:12 PM EDT
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I'd love to get a L-1049 Type rating.
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Posted: 10/21/2014 9:10:27 PM EDT
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Much love for the 787 and 747-8... but dat 727 tho...
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Posted: 10/21/2014 9:24:57 PM EDT
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The 747 is the Queen of the Skies, for sure.
But I do love the 787 and 727. And I've always been partial to the 757. With that narrow body with the big engines hanging off the wings, one pilot described it as a slim woman with big tits. And let's not forget the not-to-be Sonic Cruiser. 
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Posted: 10/21/2014 9:31:44 PM EDT
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I worked a few years back at a major airport as a Ramp Agent loading up 747, 777, and the new Quantas A380 when it started with Quantas.
But believe the most beautiful (commercial) AC is the 777 |
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Posted: 10/21/2014 9:31:45 PM EDT
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Maybe I am biased by being from the 747's birthplace and its manufacturing program providing half of our household income, but this is the one commercial airplane that I always pause to watch when I see one flying above. Not quite sure what it is about it, but in my opinion it is an impressive, beautiful machine, even in the twilight of its manufacturing life. It's easy to appreciate why it was nicknamed the "Queen of the skies". http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v79/SD70MAC/747-8/LONGLIVETHEQUEEN.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v79/SD70MAC/747-8/747-8Intercontinental02.jpg P51 Mustang much? http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v79/SD70MAC/747-8/lg_7474142.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v79/SD70MAC/747-8/MVC-008F.jpg 
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Posted: 10/21/2014 9:32:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: The Connie is a Princess among swine. And while most will dismiss the idea of something new being elegant, the 787 is the best big airliner yet: http://i.imgur.com/quJlu05.jpg |
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Posted: 10/21/2014 9:37:58 PM EDT
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When I stand close to one it always amazes me that the thing can actually fly. I think that it is said that the Wright Brother's first flight was less than the length of a 747.
So versatile it can haul a spare spaceship. 
I will put in a vote for the 757 with winglets. 
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Posted: 10/21/2014 9:45:32 PM EDT
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A classic indeed. I also think the A340-600 is an incredibly graceful and impressive. http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Rt_G6QwUYf8/TNEBV2OPKBI/AAAAAAAAAKk/27BEfNlaywg/s1600/LAX_Virgin_Atlantic.jpg Quote HistoryQuoted:
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not to knock the 747, but i have to give the 707 the nod for pure airliner grace. A classic indeed. I also think the A340-600 is an incredibly graceful and impressive. http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Rt_G6QwUYf8/TNEBV2OPKBI/AAAAAAAAAKk/27BEfNlaywg/s1600/LAX_Virgin_Atlantic.jpg . And incredibly Phrench. I always ask people, would you buy a French car? |
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Posted: 10/21/2014 9:50:42 PM EDT
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Super Connie FTW!
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Posted: 10/21/2014 10:00:06 PM EDT
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It is an amazing machine. Have a friend who has some co-pilot time in them......says they r real docile and easy to fly. I dunno about piloting, but I like passengering in the 747 more than any other plane. Seems to have the best "ride." Smoooooth and quiet. |
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Posted: 10/21/2014 10:09:16 PM EDT
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There's a reason that the Lockheed Connie/Super Connies are nicknamed the puking lizard.
Luckily Lockheed hit one out of the park with the L-1011. BTW there were some Saturn V parts integrated into the L-1011. 
The 727 is a close second. 
The 747 is a distant third. 
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Posted: 10/21/2014 10:09:44 PM EDT
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747 is definitely a neato plane, but most graceful and elegant appearance? Connie for sure. Come on man, it looks like a flying dolphin. Can't beat that.
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Posted: 10/21/2014 10:17:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryTHIS! Constellation is the most elegant and sexy commercial airliner ever made. DC3 is not far behind. In the jet age I would have to go with the 707. |
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Posted: 10/21/2014 10:19:42 PM EDT
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I kinda like the looks of Bombardier's new CS100. Got to walk around one a couple months ago. Really good looking plane.
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Posted: 10/21/2014 10:20:06 PM EDT
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My first 2 thoughts. 
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My first 2 thoughts.
The Comet got a bad rap (breaking in flight will do that to a plane) but the completely hidden engines make that look. 
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Posted: 10/21/2014 10:20:28 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/21/2014 10:22:23 PM EDT
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And since I am sitting here rooting for the Giants in the World Series
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Posted: 10/21/2014 10:42:01 PM EDT
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777:
I'm also partial to the MD-11/DC-10: 
757 is pretty good for a narrowbody: 
A330 is probably the best for airbus: 
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Posted: 10/21/2014 10:49:57 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/21/2014 11:13:46 PM EDT
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Plenty of different airliners to satisfy most appetites. Definitely some white knuckle moments for some passengers I bet.
Watch full screen HD for full effect EDIT: Just realized this was post 556. Just so happens to be about the typical cruising speed of a modern jet airliner |
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Posted: 10/22/2014 12:21:10 AM EDT
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Triple Seven FTW. FIL is a 777 captain for Delta. After he made the transition from 75/767 to the 777 I asked what he thought about it. He just smiled and said it was the best.
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Posted: 10/22/2014 12:37:50 AM EDT
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And while most will dismiss the idea of something new being elegant, the 787 is the best big airliner yet: It is not that new cannot be elegant, I just do not see the 787 as having achieved the same level of it as the comparatively dignified 747. 
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Posted: 10/22/2014 12:42:40 AM EDT
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It's so big!
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Posted: 10/22/2014 12:44:40 AM EDT
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... I like it, a lot
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Posted: 10/22/2014 12:48:04 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: It is not that new cannot be elegant, I just do not see the 787 as having achieved the same level of it as the comparatively dignified 747. http://www.boeing.com/Features/2011/04/img/787_747-8i_first_flight_together_1024x768_wallpaper.jpg Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: And while most will dismiss the idea of something new being elegant, the 787 is the best big airliner yet: It is not that new cannot be elegant, I just do not see the 787 as having achieved the same level of it as the comparatively dignified 747. http://www.boeing.com/Features/2011/04/img/787_747-8i_first_flight_together_1024x768_wallpaper.jpg  |
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Posted: 10/22/2014 1:10:58 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: One of my favorite airplanes We were supposed to fly on a 747 for our honeymoon in Hawaii. We had a nonstop flight from Atlanta to Honolulu. I was so excited! Then at the last minute stupid Delta airlines changes it to a freaking Airbus 330. I was so pissed! |
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Posted: 10/22/2014 1:28:39 AM EDT
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Much love for the 787 and 747-8... but dat 727 tho... http://cdn-www.airliners.net/aviation-photos/middle/5/5/7/1367755.jpg http://cdn-www.airliners.net/aviation-photos/middle/8/6/0/1465068.jpg http://cdn-www.airliners.net/aviation-photos/middle/9/3/2/2472239.jpg Concur...always had a soft spot for the 727. Maybe it's a Minnesota thing...though I am biased having sat in the cockpit of one (with one of the engine fire alarms going off) when I was 4 
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Posted: 10/22/2014 1:29:33 AM EDT
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If I may use car terms...
I love the "Big Block 454" look of the DC-10 I love the "rear wheel drive" of the DC-9 And I love the stance of the 757 |
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Posted: 10/22/2014 1:30:48 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryFor modern airliners, the 747 does look elegant, but I love the lines of the 787.
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Posted: 10/22/2014 1:38:11 AM EDT
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A classic indeed. I also think the A340-600 is an incredibly graceful and impressive. http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Rt_G6QwUYf8/TNEBV2OPKBI/AAAAAAAAAKk/27BEfNlaywg/s1600/LAX_Virgin_Atlantic.jpg Quote HistoryQuoted:
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not to knock the 747, but i have to give the 707 the nod for pure airliner grace. A classic indeed. I also think the A340-600 is an incredibly graceful and impressive. http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Rt_G6QwUYf8/TNEBV2OPKBI/AAAAAAAAAKk/27BEfNlaywg/s1600/LAX_Virgin_Atlantic.jpg Thats a long bitch..
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Posted: 10/22/2014 1:39:55 AM EDT
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Most airplanes are superb art. The BAC 111 was one of the prettiest, especially in the Mohawk livery, the one with gold trim.
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Posted: 10/22/2014 2:01:16 AM EDT
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If I may use car terms... I love the "Big Block 454" look of the DC-10 I love the "rear wheel drive" of the DC-9 And I love the stance of the 757 A Hella flush 757..... |
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