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Old 03-06-2011, 07:33 AM
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Originally Posted by Panther Al View Post
OK, Question one: Do they have a replacement lined up, or is this research into finding one for the M113?
Question two: Does this mean the old adage of if it doens't leak, don't fly in it, will no longer be a indicator of the safety of the Sh!thook?
And three, So... these won't get the name of CrashHawk one hopes?
According to the article, they actually got rid of one of the three emergency flight backups....just think! A Chinook without leaks...think of all the savings since the crew chiefs will no longer need to carry a case of hydralic juice on every flight!
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