Civil Aeronautics Administration officials in Seattle conduct first government test fight of new Boeing 707

Officials from the Civil Aeronautics Administration board a B-707 jet in Seattle to conduct initial government tests. These tests assess how the airliner integrates with air traffic control and navigation systems. Several airlines have already ordered these jets, which boast impressive flight times. The tests simulate various conditions, including low visibility, and evaluate the plane's performance. Officials express optimism for the future of jet transport, anticipating commercial use by 1959.

What was the primary purpose of the CAA officials boarding the B-707 jet transport?

• To deliver cargo

• To train new pilots

• To test the jet's compatibility with air traffic systems

• To conduct a commercial flight

How many airlines have reportedly ordered fleets of the B-707 jets?

• Seven overseas and one domestic

• Five overseas and three domestic

• Six overseas and two domestic

• Four overseas and two domestic

What is the maximum speed of the B-707 jet transport?

• 800 miles per hour

• 700 miles per hour

• 600 miles per hour

• 500 miles per hour

During the airport tests, what specific condition was simulated?

• High-altitude flight

• Night-time operations

• Emergency landing

• Low-visibility conditions

What aspect of the B-707's performance was praised by the CAA officials?

• Its quiet engines

• Its luxurious interior

• Its ability to hold on a traffic pattern at low altitudes

• Its fuel efficiency