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Today in Aviation History: First Flight of the Kawanishi E15K

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Additionally, the Shiun incorporated a laminar flow airfoil to reduce drag. Soon after, the Shiuns began to be mobilized for their ferry flights from Yokosuka to Palau. It was estimated that the aircraft would gain an extra 90 mph by doing so.

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