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My air museum visit showed me the value of proven designs
Old-school design often beats new tech for durability.
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zarakim2mo ago
Wait, a piston engine outlasted modern turbines?
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the_patricia2mo ago
Always thought turbines were tougher too...
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noah_murray2mo ago
Wasn't there a story about some old DC-3s with piston engines still flying cargo in remote places? I read they keep them running because the parts are simple and you can fix them with basic tools. Turbines need perfect conditions and complex maintenance, but those old radials just run forever if you treat them right.
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