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COMBAT VIETNAM: The Threat Inside My Aircraft

Vintage Aviation News

Otherwise, our maintenance guys’ corrosion control team would rip me a new one. Southeast Asian Water Buffalo range in weight from 300–550 kg (660–1,210 lb), but weights of over 1,000 kg (2,200 lb) have also been observed Once the critter was secured, my crew and I boarded via the forward entry door to avoid our guests in the cargo bay.

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B-52 Bomber: Legacy and Modern Powerhouse of the U.S. Air Force

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The control systems are equally sophisticated. The aircraft uses a system of six spoilerons on each wing for roll control, compensating for the lack of traditional ailerons. This shift highlighted the aircraft’s versatility and adaptability in different combat scenarios.

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