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Old 28th Jul 2005, 07:28
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ShyTorque

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Not that I don't like turbines - I've been flying them since 1978...

But........

Don't forget to compare the other, possibly more important "power to pounds ratio", i.e. initial engine purchase cost and the subsequent overhaul costs. What might be acceptable for commercial ops may be totally unrealistic for a private aircraft owner.

Turbines can make your cheeks squeak and your eyes water.

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