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Old 23rd Jun 2008, 00:23
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Really, is that true?
Yes. In 1972 our (new) Aerobat was 6.50/hr and I was earning about 75 quid a month. At 120 quid for a tired C172 these days it's proportionately less for hiring the aircraft - but other costs may narrow the gap.
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