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Old 8th August 2001 | 02:23
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Multp
 
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Cool
The T-38 Talon is also used to simulate the Shuttle Approach. Final approach is with gear down, full flap, airbrakes out and engines at idle, target IAS 240 knots, flare at 200ft. Did this once out at Edwards: mind blowing!
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