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Why Were Three-Engine Airliners Discontinued?

During the '60s, more and more people were clamoring to fly around the world than ever before. This led to innovations like the 747, the first twin-aisle aircraft. This bird was huge and ideal for ...

Here’s how much bigger aircraft engines are today compared to the advent of the jet age

The De Havilland Comet was the world's first jet-powered airliner, but the Jet Age really began with the debut of the Boeing ...