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mahatmakanejeeves

(68,806 posts) Sat Feb 7, 2026, 08:59 PM 16 hrs ago

The last Lockheed Super Constellation flying in 2026
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The last Lockheed Super Constellation flying in 2026 (Original Post) mahatmakanejeeves 16 hrs ago OP

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1. Thanks. My dear ol' Dad began his airline career flying the Super Connie.

Sat Feb 7, 2026, 10:12 PM

14 hrs ago

He eventually retired as a 747 captain.

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2. I flew from St. Petersburg, Fl to Shrewsbury, Mass many, many years ago ...

Sat Feb 7, 2026, 10:31 PM

14 hrs ago

...on that lovely plane. Sigh....