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Old 13th Apr 2007, 20:33
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pontifex
 
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I flew the Valiant from 58 to 64. We wore Mk 1 bone domes over the G helmet for take off and landing normally discarding it at TOC and putting it back on at TOD. They were usually too uncomfortable to wear for the entire trip which could be up to 8 hours (543 Sqn with extended range).
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