When Airplanes Had Legroom
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laresMon 19/12/11 19:40 |
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"Once upon a time, flying was fun, comfortable, and glamorous. This was before travelers suffered invasive pat-downs, folded their bodies into yoga positions to get comfortable, and paid for everything from in-flight beverages to carry-on bags. Just in time for the hellish experience that is Thanksgiving travel, we've put together a gallery of photographs that will make you long for the earlier days of flying." |
furryfeaturesMon 19/12/11 20:00 |
What they don't tell you is that a transatlantic ticket cost about the same as it does now in 1950 but the real price in 1950 was a couple of thousand pounds or more in today's money. No wonder they had luxury! |
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