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Old February 12th 04, 04:34 PM
José Herculano
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Very few tactical jets had self-starting capability during my tenure.
The only one that I recall was the T-37, which didn't require any
external power unless you planned to be on the radio waiting for a


A Portuguese Air Force officer (non-flying) did take a T-37C on a joyride.
Managed to land the thing back without damage, and on account of being well
connected pursued his military career to, IIRC, the rank of Colonel.
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