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Old 25th Sep 2002, 06:21
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Nigel Osborn
 
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With most wheeled helicopters and certainly with the 76, the shortest stopping distance is obtained by getting the machine on the ground quickly and applying full brakes. Much above 12 degrees nose up will guarantee a tailboom repair job!
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