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Old 11th Dec 2008, 14:05
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Was told once by a Herc pilot.....engine prop wash over the wing produces 25% of the lift....thus more than a power issue alone. But then....aren't they and the P-3 Orion's known to shut down two in order to extend their range at times?
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