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Old 21st Jan 2008, 22:29
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Cynically, give them the three L1011-500s and let civil charter take up the AT load. The remaining life will suffice till a replacement is needed at the rate the hours are used, and we already have the support in place. More than enough room to ensure only minor engineering work is required.
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