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315 KTAS cruising speed versus 180 is indeed a bit of a difference. It's also fair to say that you probably don't want to climb into anything driven by a 'good
by vkou 2y ago
315 KTAS cruising speed versus 180 is indeed a bit of a difference.
It's also fair to say that you probably don't want to climb into anything driven by a 'good enough for the Army'-rated engine.
At least, I know I wouldn't.
- nvy 2y agoModern maintenance would be fine; just expensive. The problem with old warbirds is they're usually maintained by volunteers who cut corners.