747: The Jumbo Revolution - The Smithsonian Channel

[alphazulu]

The history of the Boeing 747, the most recognized aircraft in the world.

Time Warner Cable upcoming airings;
Tue July 22 (2p - 4p)
Wed July 23 (3a - 5a)
Thur July 24 (11:30p - 1:30a)
Sat July 26 (7a - 9a)

Set your DVR's for this interesting & informative documentary about the B747 aircraft.

[stevensmith]

I just finished watching and learned about the PW JT9D issues early on. Additionally, the rapid pace of the engineering program was remarkable. Overall, excellent presentation about the B747.

[joeyb747]

Joe Sutter, Lead Engineer on the 747 Project, wrote a book called "747". It's a detailed account of the concept, design, issues, testing, and placing in service, the undisputed queen of the skies.

Great read. One can pick it up at:

http://www.amazon.com/747-Creating-Worlds-Adventures-Aviation/dp/0060882425/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1408721663&sr=1-1&keywords=747