Re: Jet propulsion

[pierson@gone.enet.dec.com (dave pierson)]

In article <35906838.60EE@iprolink.co.nz>, David McLoughlin
<davemcl@iprolink.co.nz> writes...
>Gordon Macmillan wrote:

>> Radio talkback 3LO Melbourne.
>> Bill, suggests jet engine at rear on long distance workin , eg Nullarbor
>> and central Aus. Admits that nearby facilities/ people would need
>> relocation (fireproofing?)

>What do you expect from talkback radio?
	New York Central (US) did this, 40 odd years ago.  Twin jet pod
	from (i think) a B47, mounted to the roof of a Budd RDC, with some
	temporary fairing added.  A figure of 180 off mph comes to mind.

	Strictly Experimental...  8)>>

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