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27th Jun 2013, 12:29

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Lonewolf_50

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Jack, I don't think CH-53E's typically fly with JP-4. JP-5 and JP-8 are the preferred fuels. FWIW.

(Better BTU per pound, higher flashpoint, etc)

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