Originally Posted by
UAL T38 Phlyer
Ever since Tex Johnston rolled the 707 prototype, a Boeing big-wig (President or CEO, not sure which) has supposedly told the test pilots before the first flight of any new aircraft:
"Don't roll it."
I heard that when the "Boeing big-wig" saw Tex do it and became agitated, a General standing next to him said: "Relax -- I think he just sold your airplane."
