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Old July 4th 05, 03:02 PM
Jay Honeck
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What is your reaction to this plane?

I like the way the on-board computer system is integrated into many
every-day items from the get-go. The engines, avionics, and environmental
systems are all very high-tech, and should be easier to operate and
trouble-shoot than any other jet.

On the other end of the scale, I like the way they've kept things simple
where they could. Using simple mechanical connections for the control
surfaces and landing gear saves $$$ both now, and during maintenance.
Making sure everything is cheaply and easily maintained is essential to
their mission, and it looks like they're going down the right road.

That said, it'll never be in my hangar. But I wish them well.
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