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To: xkaydet65
There was such a proposal back in the 70s.

Piper PA-48 Enforcer

And yes, that's a turbo-prop engine. You probably wouldn't see a modernized piston engine on an aircraft like this - turbo-props are much more reliable, easier to maintain, and provide greater power for the weight.

23 posted on 05/09/2012 11:13:09 AM PDT by JerseyanExile
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To: JerseyanExile

Thanx for the pic. You know I think I remember seeing this plane in either Janes or an issue of Av Week & Space Tech, back in the day.


24 posted on 05/09/2012 11:58:45 AM PDT by xkaydet65
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