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Why the Boeing 707 had such an insane role in aviation history

TheBoeing 707 represents a turning point in the history of aviation, a moment when air travel began to take on the speed, scale, and accessibility that define it today. Its arrival marked a shift not ...
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The aerial refueling aircraft used in Operation Epic Fury were created from a single $16 million Boeing prototype. See the 'Dash 80.'

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Boeing 367-80 Jet Transport prototype led to the development of the Boeing 707 and KC-135. Known as "Dash 80," the Boeing ...
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When You Turn A Bomber Into The First Jetliner - 707

In 1955, Boeing invited airlines to witness, what they described, as history in the making. A new type of passenger plane, its like never seen before. But instead of a simple tour and fly by, the test ...
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In 1955, The First Boeing 707 Did A Barrel Roll Over Lake Washington

On August 7th, 1955, hydroplanes blasted through the waters of Lake Washington for the annual Seafair Cup races. Thousands of fans from across the Evergreen State gathered to watch, including a ...