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Old 12th Jul 2016, 20:39
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Why regular 'Irregularities' in Contrails?

Having seen many contrails over 'Wallasey', they all seem to have a regular continuous rhythm in their dispersal. Some have more than one 'frequency' present; with a quick pattern (every ~3 seconds) and a slower (maybe every mile) disturbance.
Are these patterns something to do with regular alterations of the servo elevator trims, or are they due to some natural phenomena ?


( Maybe they are caused by 'Vortex Shedding' ?)


If weather conditions improve, I will try to post some pictures.
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