by Ralph H.
I worked for Lockheed for 40 years, from
1951 to 1991. I was a functional test engineer and had the pleasure of working
on many different airplanes. One evening, we were testing the hydraulic system
on the C-130, checking for leaks. I checked under the C-130 and the radome
cover that had been repaired. Suddenly the radome cover blew off! When my heart
started again and we were talking about what had happened, a fireman walked up
with his arms full of metal framing. He said, "I think you lost part of your airplane!" Luckily, I was
not part of what he carried in his arms!
I enjoyed every day of my job at Lockheed.
I wish I could do it again.
