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mahatmakanejeeves

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7. More than likely that's it.

Reply to vanlassie (Reply #5)

Wed May 27, 2026, 06:20 PM

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I just happened to be outside when this went over. That departure route is unique to JB Andrews, and it tends to be used by heavy aircraft. A set of four engines typical of B747s puts out considerable noise, with a tone not heard on anything else.

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