New York, New York

[HardCub]

Remember if you will the famous song being sang by Frank Sinatra "New York~ New York" as you view these shots of the Lockheed STARLINER Constellation in the colors of TWA.


This majestic bird heralded a new era of speed and power. It was possible to fly safely on just (1) engine if needed during flight, according to Lockheed. The plane's ride was the smoothest of any aircraft of it's day! All of this advancement came with a price though; the aircraft proved expensive to maintain, and they spared no expense (the airline rebuilt/refitted almost the entire aircraft every 10,000hrs in their aircraft shop hangers in just 6-days time.) TWA was proud of it's Constellations, and it showed!



Not something we should be doing, but this shot of the aircraft flying over NYC looks amazing with the clouds & sunset beyond it.



The beautiful, sleek lines of this aerodynamic marvel are really evident in this picture. It's my personal favorite!



A truly stunning design, the Lockheed Constellation STARLINER was the most advanced and luxurious airplane of it's day. Here it is shown over New York City, with the Empire State Building clearly visible in the background.

Here is a video showcasing the sweet sound of the R3550 radial engines on the Constellation.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d51cvLQ5n9k
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L3cNh0azmas

Another 2-part series on the Constellations
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6MTfjAQyy0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fquT_b9OSAE

Microsoft FS2004
ActiveSky 6.5
(freeware) Lockheed Constellation STARLINER by Manfred Jahn
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[Alexander]

I can't see the pictures!!!.

[NMLW]

Great stuff Glenn! Thanks for those links. It really gives you a good feel for how things were back in the day!

[Nealoc187]

pics aren't showing up for me.

[Alexander]

The old ages!!! Are good!!!, but I have been born in 1990's .

[HardCub]

oh my gosh!!!

The pictures are missing! They were there earlier this evening when I posted them @ 5:00pm EST. Guys I am so sorry about this... I will get it fixed ASAP!!!

[HardCub]

Finally got the pictures back onscreen! I have no idea what happened to cause that problem.

[Alexander]

Finally got the pictures back onscreen! I have no idea what happened to cause that problem.

Great Shots !!!

[CycoFlo]

Superb Pictures Glenn! I like that old fashioned 4 engined Prop!

[andrewclaridge]

Awsome pictures Glenn. I love New York - have been lucky enough to visit twice on vacation.

I hope you don't mind - I took my favourite and did a little edit in photoshop to give it a bit more atmosphere. I hope you like it.