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Old 16th Nov 2009, 21:54
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Ascend Charlie
 
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There are physical differences between the airframes as well as engine differences. Look at photos of the tail region and horizontal stabilizer.
Significant weight differences in the PT6 engines and cg, and B models have FADEC and glass cockpits, unlike the steam-and-springs of the A.
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