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27th July 2010 | 20:21

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mad_jock

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Vortex generators re-energise the boundary layer and help prevent the flow from breaking away from the surface.

I presume the VG are there to ensure that the APU intake isn't prone to "stalling" with changes in wind strength and direction.

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