An airplane was flying from LA to New York.
About an
hour into the flight, the pilot announced, „We have lost an
engine,
but don’t worry, there are three left. However, instead of 5
hours
it will take 7 hours to get to New York.“
A little later, the
pilot announced, „A second engine failed, but we
still have two
left. However, it will take 10 hours to get to New
York.“
Somewhat later, the pilot again came on the intercom and announced, „A
third engine had died. Never fear, because the plane can fly on a
single engine. However, it will now take 18 hours to get to new
York.“
At this point, one passenger said, „Gee, I hope we don’t lose that
last engine, or we’ll be up here forever!“
