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Old 11th March 2005 | 16:23
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Knold
 
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Rumor has it that the MD is especially vaulnerable to type IV fluid. Supposedly it may enter into the elevator hinges or wossname and clog it until it suddenly loosens and can make for a very interesting rotation.

I called Boeings Douglas product support but they want a fax and told me "we'll get back to you". I was hoping for some quicker response.
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