Argonaut/North Star Memories and Observations
Folks,
There have been plenty of mentions of the Arognaut, Canadair's "Pressurised DC4 With Merlins" in other recent threads.
Growing up around Caste Don. in the 'sixties, they frequently impressed me, making the kind of sound heard only in WWII adventure films.
My uncle maintained them and flew as flight engineer, and amused us all at family gatherings with his observations on them.
Does anyone have any other reflections or insights?
Apparently, the noise of the "high level blowers" cutting in used to disconcert the passengers somewhat.
Plus, the cabin pressurisation was less than adequate, causing some, errm, discomfort amongst passengers.
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