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Old 23rd Jan 2004, 18:11
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the coyote
 
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The S76 has 3 electrically operated magnetic brakes coupled with 3 force spring assemblies (2 for the cyclic and 1 for the collective) that will hold the controls in position. The magnetic brakes lock the control position unless you release them with switches on each control. You can still move the controls against the spring, but they will return to the original position when you let go.
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