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Old 2nd February 2009 | 17:08
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airfoilmod
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Imagine the power needed to overcome inertia on your type. engines spooled up, sucking fuel. Now imagine all that power needs to come from a teeny APU.

wheeltug? the energy needed is the same. Now throw in a stop or two, and a repeat of inertia capture. No Sale.

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