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Old 12th June 2025 | 06:32
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blind pew
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From: by the seaside
Originally Posted by DaveReidUK
I have a soft spot for the Trident, the first type I got my mitts on, both in the hangar and on the ramp.

Engine changes were always fun.
Dave with your pedigree could you answer a mystery. T2 out of maintenance to Moscow..starter fault on return flight..only one in 6 years so travelling engineer and I worked on the start one engine, remove starter, fix blanking plate and replace dodgy starter ...good starter motor failed and errant engine.two duff starters....obviously imho some fault ex hangar. Nightstopped and maintrol sent out some starters and we flew back that evening. Any ideas?
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