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To: Freeport

Replace those giant turboprops with ducted fan technology, and all those problems you mentioned are solved. PLUS, the aircraft gains in much quicker maneuverability.


31 posted on 09/05/2013 7:31:48 PM PDT by UCANSEE2 (The monsters are due on Maple Street)
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To: UCANSEE2
Coaxial rotors overcome the problem of retreating blade stall and make a tail rotor unnecessary. Ducted fans have their own limitations and problems.

Like you said, I’m no expert.

38 posted on 09/07/2013 8:29:29 AM PDT by A.A. Cunningham (Barry Soetoro can't pass E-verify)
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