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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)
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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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