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Old 16th Dec 2009, 21:55
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You're onto something Rumour Merchant! I didn't notice this initially but its clear on the video. They must be really concerned about the wing root strength on that first aircraft to fly with ailerons up. Normally they are deflected down to give improved span loading and so improved L/D critical for low noise at Take-off...
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