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Old 16th May 2009, 15:05
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It'll be using some kind of "rain repellent" coating I expect.

Wipers are required by Part 121 type ops, but not for business aircraft. So, bye-bye wipers. They've been removed from Challenger 850s (=CRJ with business layout) as well.

As to why .... well, they add weight and complexity and I guess don't look as pretty to the people paying for the shiny new aircraft. I'm told wipers are a lot better if you want to see out the windows at taxi speeds, though ....
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