Originally Posted by Herb687

35. (1988) Once upon a time, there were lots of relatively short 747 flights within the continental United States. We’re talking segments under 1000 miles in length. Anyway, that was then. These days I’ve found just three segments under 1000 miles being flown by 747s in the continental U.S. For this question, we’re looking to identify just the shortest segment and the airline that flies it.
It wasn't NW on the ORD-MSP route. It was over 100 miles shorter

Well, are we talking about a segment operated by an airline that could actually carry local traffic on the segment in question?

Yes. Unless otherwise specified, CONDITIONAL STOPOVER flights do not count. Indeed, I don't believe I've ever referenced one as part of an answer for the fact that they are not valid for point to point transport under normal circumstances.

36. (1979) It’s been a great weekend in Las Vegas but now duty calls in Baltimore. You’ve got a late afternoon appointment in Glen Burnie and it just so happens that there’s a one-stop redeye that’ll get you into Baltimore mid-morning. Your ability to sleep on airplanes is legendary, so this flight will be perfect! Identify the airline, aircraft and the stop.

Could be just about any major airline but I will start the guessing with a DL D8S via ATL.

You're right, Herb. This is not the best question because there are so many variables. I will say that unless otherwise specified I only consider a flight for a question - particularly a direct flight involving a stop or more - if it is the ONLY flight offered in that market. That said, while Delta with a DC-8-61 (Of which I have logged flights aboard every single one in the fleet) happens to be incorrect for this time period, it could just as easily be correct a month or so later. So then, how about a hint: We're looking for a twin engine jet on this one...