On Sat, 19 Oct 2002, Clive Smith wrote:

> ultimate aero piston engine development, though a Super Connie arriving at
> Heathrow in that era would rarely be fit for a quick turnaround, with oil
> dripping from most of its engines, if not requiring a new parts.

My uncle used to fly for the Air Force in an EC-121 Warning Star, which
was based on the Super Connie.  He said it wasn't uncommon to lose an
engine during a mission due to mechanical problems.  He contrasted this
with the EC-121's turboprop replacement (the name of which escapes me), in
which they'd generally shut down two engines intentionally once they
reached their station, to save fuel.

I think Super Connies have to be the most beautiful airliners ever
produced, though.  They have very graceful lines, almost like a dolphin
in profile.

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