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Old 11th Apr 2014, 07:24
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henry_crun
 
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P1127 and Kestrel/Harrier had contra-rotating spools to counter gyroscopic effects. The test pilots insisted on this after bending the Bell X-14 during training flights. I recollect Bedford/Merewether? Ah, yes, Merewether X-14 with Vipers. Subsequently J-85s. Okay, Mr Farley?
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