08 March, 2008

Boeing 707-320 - Olympic Airlines Postcard

The Boeing 707-320 Intercontinental is a stretched version of the turbojet-powered original model. The interior allowed for up to 189 passengers, while a longer wing carried more fuel, increasing range by 1,600 miles (2,600 km) and allowing the aircraft to operate as true transoceanic aircraft.

Boeing 707-320 Postcard

Olympic Airlines is the flag carrier airline of Greece, based in Athens. In 1965, Olympic placed its first orders for the Boeing 707-320 jet aircraft. The first was delivered in 1966, bearing the name "City of Athens".

SOURCES:
Boeing 707 Wikipedia Entry
Olympic Airlines Wikipedia Entry

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