To: central_va
I have no idea why they were fabric - I’m sure vets will reply with the correct answers. My guesses would be to conserve on the metal and maybe less weight? They might have been easier and quicker to repair if damaged?
48 posted on
04/14/2017 8:12:23 PM PDT by
21twelve
(http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2185147/posts FDR's New Deal = obama)
To: 21twelve
I googled it. Something about “flutter” and less control pressure for the pilot. whatever.
49 posted on
04/14/2017 8:22:12 PM PDT by
central_va
(I won't be reconstructed and I do not give a damn.)
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