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Old 12th Apr 2012, 12:27
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Shackman
 
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The P-8A will use a new hydrocarbon sensor to detect fuel vapors from diesel submarines and other conventionally powered ships.
Sounds like Autolycus returns - another good 'old' technology which worked quite well in the Shackleton - but no doubt wrapped up in some modern garb and extremely costly.
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