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Old 2nd Sep 2004, 11:16
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Wee Weasley Welshman
 
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Hmm. Sources suggest the UK CAA are very unhappy about the twin diesels - "they are not sufficiently complex, due to FADEC and therefore the lack of mixture controls and prop leavers" is the phrase I have heard being bandied about.

It might also be worth asking if the aircrafts engines are subject to any unusual CAA airwothiness rules at present and to enquire as to fleet serviceability in general. It would be unfair to go into details about the situation at any one FTO.

However Wannabes in general who are tempted by these excellent new aircraft for training need to know that searching questions are in order before making an informed decision.

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