Hi,
Thanks for posting the photos of the delivery.
One thing that hasn't been mentioned is the fact that XM655 has been used by TVOC for crew training.
As for take off judging by the way the nose comes up on a fast taxy I wouldn't think that it would be much more run before it left the ground.
I believe the drogue chute is safely stored as well.
Thanks to all the guys who keep it running!