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Short takeoff - Retractable gear

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Fri Jul 16, 2010 7:52 pm

Short takeoff - Retractable gear

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Fri Jul 16, 2010 9:40 pm

Re: Short takeoff - Retractable gear

youch...them guys in nevada have got big balls, for sure. looks like a good way to get an idaho redneck crunched for sure!
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Sat Jul 17, 2010 4:49 am

Re: Short takeoff - Retractable gear

Why no down wind turn ? Oh that was another thread.
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Sat Jul 17, 2010 4:52 am

Re: Short takeoff - Retractable gear

I bet the annuals are cheap!
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Sat Jul 17, 2010 9:48 am

Re: Short takeoff - Retractable gear

When you change shoes, you need an AI sign off, and IF they are a different size and brand, you need an STC.... :lol:

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Sat Jul 17, 2010 10:34 am

Re: Short takeoff - Retractable gear

Littlecub wrote:When you change shoes, you need an AI sign off, and IF they are a different size and brand, you need an STC.... :lol:

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LOL :lol:
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Sun Jul 18, 2010 3:53 pm

Re: Short takeoff - Retractable gear

Wow
Trying to run, jump and keep your hand on the controls while keeping the wings level and the right pitch??
I think hovering a helo must be easier!!
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Sun Jul 18, 2010 4:36 pm

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That was awesome. Nothing like a good steady upslope wind.
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