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Old 31st Dec 2021, 21:07
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LOMCEVAK
 
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Originally Posted by Wetstart Dryrun
And also Hunters could tow the flag. Irritatingly, the 180kts tow speed was right in the middle of the RPM range where the inlet relief valves would clatter and chatter.

Dreadful trips, hated them.
And 180 KIAS was the maximum speed for opening the canopy and I have seen someone tow the banner with the canopy open!
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