I haven't forgotten. I was on a DC-10 on my first flight to California from the east coast, in the mid-1970s. One audio channel included pilot-to-tower communi

I haven't forgotten. I was on a DC-10 on my first flight to California from the east coast, in the mid-1970s. One audio channel included pilot-to-tower communication, a thrill for me since that was a relatively new thing. Shortly after takeoff, I heard a loud bang. The pilot said, "We've lost an engine. We've got to go back." The tower asked, "Do you want 'equipment'?" Pilot: "No. That would just make them nervous. But have it ready."