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Old 16th Jul 2013, 00:24
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The topic of how to repair large plastic structures has been raised on here already by me, and replied to by some knowledgeable folk.

This damage would likely be a huge repair on a metal aircraft.

On this CFRP aircraft it will also be a big (or bigger?) job.

I remain worried about the use of CF reinforced plastic in aircraft structures, but hey- I'm not exactly an expert.

Thank goodness it happened while parked.

It's not exactly 'immature' technology in aviation, but could still be quite tricky as a substitute for aluminium main structure.
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