I really never thought I would see a DC-10 at LGA. Thanks to EmsHighway and and Tommy for informing about the plane and tours. It was great to get a tour of this amazing aircraft, something which I never would have imagined doing. And no, it wasn't because of Wednesday's incident - I had been told a week prior when I reserved my spot that Port wasn't going allow outside photography. It was made clear to us that Port was the reason behind the photo restrictions. As several of us have said, she was extremely accommodating to us, letting us shoot anything we wanted inside, even taking us through the aircraft in the reverse direction of the main group so we could shoot without dodging the crowd. They were allowed one 'volunteer photographer' per day, who could shoot inside the aircraft only, to provide them with images of the event. They wanted to bring a news crew out to film the aircraft, to get some additional publicity, and again, Port told them no. She even warned us not to get close to a window and shoot outside, as Port would get on them for that. Our guide was quite specific - Port told them absolutely no photos out on the ramp - not of their aircraft, not of other aircraft, nothing. It clearly wasn't the ORBIS folks who kept us from shooting. There are no oppressive camera regulations. So if you get the chance to visit her it's well worth it (even with the limitations). She won't be around much longer as she is scheduled to be replaced by an MD-11.

#2 off the assembly line, used for testing and delivered Jan. One of the most interesting things about the plane. Barely large enough for two people to pass. the hallway leading from the front to the rear of the aircraft. The crew seating area just behind the cockpit. This is a large prep room in the rear of the aircraft. And to be on this one, the #2 airplane was nice. I logged a lot of miles on DC-10-10s back in the 70's and 80's, and it's been a long time since I was on one of them. While there were some disappointments in that we were restricted from shooting outside the plane, it was still nice. Seems like it's been a long time since we have gotten together to enjoy a rare aircraft. It was nice getting to see you guys again this afternoon.

Orbis plane inside