Quote:
Originally Posted by Bristolian
Oh, flew in from Miami Beach B.O.A.C.
Didn't get to bed last night
-The Beatles |
Flew B.O.A.C. from LA to London in 1961. Pure-jet 707, the most underpowered aircraft ever certified by the FAA. Over the pole, non-stop or one stop (Gander) depending on the wind.
Loaded to the gills with fuel and cargo, cleared the perimeter fence at LAX with a couple of feet to spare. I think that 15 miles out to sea we were finally up to about 5,000 feet. Stopped at Gander. Return trip was nonstop, not much cargo. Service was terrific.
Cheers,
Earl