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Old 11th Apr 2008, 17:02
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chevvron
 
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About 25 years ago, a guy in a Jodel was flying along happily just east of Woking when his engine quit. He landed successfully on the runway at Wisley disused airfield, but unfortunately then hit the armco barriers thoughtfully erected to 'protect' the public right of way crossing the runway.
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