EPISODE · Jun 25, 2026 · 27 MIN
Queen of the Skies
The jet was perhaps the pinnacle of American engineering excellence. Its retirement signals an end to an era of American culture—and ambition. By Ian Bogost From the July 2026 issue. Get more from your favorite Atlantic voices when you subscribe. You’ll enjoy unlimited access to Pulitzer-winning journalism, from clear-eyed analysis and insight on breaking news: http://theatlantic.com/listen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The jet was perhaps the pinnacle of American engineering excellence. Its retirement signals an end to an era of American culture—and ambition. By Ian Bogost From the July 2026 issue. Get more from your favorite Atlantic voices when you subscribe. You’ll enjoy unlimited access to Pulitzer-winning journalism, from clear-eyed analysis and insight on breaking news: http://theatlantic.com/listen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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