Thank you
Woomera. I think its important to be aware of CASA's diligence in these matters and to keep the public informed. It's only when you have an amount of
designated engines beyond 6 that you can count additional Number 2 engines...for example, the Spruce Goose had no less than 3 Number 2 engines. This shouldn't be suprising to the casual observer, given the success of that aircraft.
Another interesting fact about the Spruce Goose was that Howard Hughes was reluctant to install a Thronomister on this aircraft. Henry Kaiser, his partner of sorts in the project, actually insisted upon it and the Thronomister actually contributed to the only flight of the aircraft!
