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Old 10th Nov 2009, 08:20
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The loss of 2nds is permanent because we can't run 2nds and comply with the EU WTD.
To comply with the EU WTD one needs 4 crews for 24/7 coverage, therefore one needs 8 crews to have permanent 2nd helio coverage. Or did you mean we cant afford it?
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