AERO HISTORY Podcast Dives into the 'Queen of the Skies' - Lockheed Constellation
Aviation enthusiasts can now immerse themselves in the rich history of the Lockheed Constellation, dubbed the 'Queen of the Skies', through the latest episode of AERO HISTORY podcast. Wolfgang Borgmann, the seasoned editor at AERO INTERNATIONAL since 2022 and an aviation journalist for three decades, leads this fascinating exploration.
The Lockheed Constellation, developed in 1939 at the behest of Howard Hughes for his airline TWA, was a revolutionary aircraft. A total of 856 were built by 1958, including eight L-1049G Super Constellation and four L-1649A Super Star models operated by Lufthansa on its intercontinental routes from 1955 to 1960. The L-1649A, known for its pure first-class 'Senator Service', was Lufthansa's first and only long-range aircraft with such a configuration.
Borgmann, who oversees the Industry & Technology section at AERO INTERNATIONAL, has written 32 books on aviation history. His expertise shines in the AERO HISTORY podcast, available on their website and platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Listeners can subscribe for regular updates and send topic ideas or questions to the podcast team at podcast@ourwebsite.
The AERO HISTORY podcast, under Borgmann's guidance, continues to unveil captivating stories from aviation's past. With the latest episode centering on the Lockheed Constellation, listeners are invited to explore the 'Mona Lisa of the Skies' and its impact on air travel.
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