On Tue, 15 Jun 2004 20:34:01 -0500, "Quantum Foam Guy"
wrote:

"james_anatidae" wrote in message
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In an effort to get some on-topic messages in RTA, I ask "What is your
favorite airliner"? I remember a UA A320 I flew on a couple years ago
to

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Since this is turning into a nostalgia exercise, let me throw in
Convair 990. It felt and sounded like a rocket. I think it was the
first commercial fan-jet, which gave it its unique sound. Only flew it
once and it made an impression.