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Old 17th Apr 2008, 18:54
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er340790
 
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Rule #1

Fly the 'plane!

Had a bird strike in Florida back in 2002. NOTHING can prepare you for the noise - unbelievable, like being on the inside of a metal dustbin hit by a wrecking ball. Made a precautionary (very shaky) diversion to nearby Zephyr Hills and removed half a pound of meat-paste/feathers from air intake, leading edge and undercarriage. A seagull per the FBO mechanic. No damage.

It can happen - but you probably won't see the birdy.

Now you know.
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