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.

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