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In Our View: Bon Voyage, Boeing 747
Iconic airplane played key role in air travel, and transformation of our state
The Columbian
Published: December 19, 2017, 6:03am
Some historic eras last slightly longer than expected, providing a little extra time to muse about their significance. Such is the case with the final U.S.-based flight of Boeing’s 747.
Delta’s last passenger flight of the iconic airplane finally took off Monday from Detroit to Seoul — after a 24-hour delay.
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