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Old 26th February 2005 | 12:57
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keithl
 
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Well, maybe more research required. However, I recall seing them referred to in Canberra F700s as "Rumbold" seats, so if it's not right, at least it is an officially recognised error.

Conceivable, I guess, that Mr Rumbold designed the original one for cars, these were corrupted to "Rumble" early on and the word passed on into aircraft seats.

Yes, I do have a life - but I'm easily distracted by obscure origins...!
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