Why NASA Uses A 1970's Boeing 727 For Zero G Experiments.

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There's a lot to know about the Boeing 727, why it was built, why it was chosen by Zero G Corporation. Why 3 engines is better than 2 for this application, and... why the exploits of Hijacker DB Cooper forced a design change on the aircraft which would be named after him.

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