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Originally Posted by nuke11
I'm currently in the process of writting down some ideas for a mini module that revolves around an MP Airbase for my website. I'm considering the Bronco or Skyraider, but I'm also kicking around the idea of a more modern aircraft like the EMB-314 as well.
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Why? You don't need the latest and best in equipment, for example, the old C-47 transport is still in use in several air forces, as well as for several air transport companies...is it outdated, difficult to load? Yup...but the reason why it is still in service, when the US was building the transport, they also produced tons of spare parts, it is still possible as of 2009, to get "brand new" parts, they have been setting in government warehouses for 60+ years, but still in original wrapping.
The Spad is in similar shape as far as spares go, there was even a brand new production run during the 1960s to insure that an adequate supply of parts were on hand.
And for OT entertainment, the US government sold as surplus five M-4A3E8 Sherman tanks....that have been setting in a warehouse since they were built in 1951. Sold to collectors/museums in 2010.
Remember that scene at the end of the first Indiana Jones? Hmmmm
