It does not sound like you were not being separated from the Metroliner Dick.
It sounds like you were being separated from the WLM CTR, with not just one Metroliner in it at the time.
Take in all the facts Dick, not just the ones that appear convenient to your argument.
Have you ever been supersonic Dick? It takes a little while to slow down. But I wouldn't let a jet that can go supersonic get on YOUR six mate.