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Old March 9th 07, 09:33 PM posted to rec.aviation.piloting
Matt Barrow
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"Bob Noel" wrote in message
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In article nk.net,
Dave S wrote:

I dont know about the approach itself, but the power issue is very
believable. If the main transformer for the whole place let go, its VERY
likely that it takes 10 or more seconds for the generator to get up and
running. Also, if I understand right, the generators dont serve the
entire airport, just select facilities and one or two main runways.


An approach system doesn't have a UPS?


The article said it took a few seconds to kick in.