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Old 31st Jul 2006, 18:13
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Anyone see topgear last night?

When they we're testing vans a 747 was behind but it was a bit odd (hard to explain).

It looked like it had fuel pods under its wings and the engines we're closer together (poss joint together).

Anyone see it/know what it was?
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Does this help?

http://www.flightglobal.com/Articles...ed+Boeing.html
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thats the one, cheers!
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Old 31st Jul 2006, 19:05
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On a slightly different subject, what are the two (what look like) Lockheed Electra's doing there? They've been in the back ground of a couple of episodes now, just curious, thanks in advance.
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What a show eh? This combines the best of both worlds. I can see some great cars/vans/ caravans and still get glimpses of assorted props. I just wish they would put the aircraft in the background for a few seconds longer. Full marks to the team for a great but short series.
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You were supposed to be watching the vans man, the vans!!!
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I think the Electras are Air Antiques DC6's one was used for a quick background shot on MrsThatchers Sons Drama prog about his alleged involvement in the coup attempt in africa

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they cold have at lest put the engines on straight!
 
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One valuable lesson from Top Gear. Under no circumstances should you get JC or Captain Slow to move your stuff in a van. As for the Stig driving that police car....What will become of the European 747??
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that 747s been used for some tv work rumour has it a bond film.
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