In 1983 flew from Loikaw, Burma to Rangoon. Aboard was a clutch of Terry and the Pirates Shan with tatoos abouding. My seat passenger was carrying an orchid with a bellflower as large as I have ever seen. Accoridng to data attached to the door the plane was produced in 1935. Something tells me it is still active.
The flavor that line added to your anecdote was just delicious! What a great experience...:)