3. GWYNNE3.mp3 GUEST AUTHOR: S.C. Gwynne HEADLINE: The Experimental R101: Innovation Meets Fragility and Dipsomania SUMMARY: Gwynne details the R101’s experimental design, including heavy diesel engines and fragile gas bags made from cattle intestines. De

Season 8 Episode 555  ·  Mar 09, 02:04 AM

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3. GWYNNE3.mp3 GUEST AUTHOR: S.C. Gwynne HEADLINE: The Experimental R101: Innovation Meets Fragility and Dipsomania SUMMARY: Gwynne details the R101’s experimental design, including heavy diesel engines and fragile gas bags made from cattle intestines. Despite luxurious amenities, the ship suffered from rushed testing. Leadership concerns arose regarding pilot "Push on" Scotty, who struggled with alcoholism. (23)
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4. GWYNNE4.mp3 GUEST AUTHOR: S.C. Gwynne HEADLINE: The Tragic Fall of the R101: A Tale of Incompetence and Deadlines SUMMARY: The R101 departed for India despite serious technical flaws, including a rotting outer cover and untested weather capabilities.
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