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Old Nov 2, 2006 | 4:06 pm
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Originally Posted by Tango
The 2/4 engine debate is not logical but emotional. Ask yourself this question. If you are 1/2 way across the Pacific and one engine goes out, would your rather be on a 777 or 747?
Exactly, and that's why most people would naturally say they'd rather be on a 747.

It's also why Virgin used that slogan...to play to people's emotions.
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