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Old 12-31-2016, 12:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Bob_B
What is the True reason the leading of wing raised? Ive heard different stories on this!
The reduce the angle of the fuselage during carrier landings. Raising the wing gave the pilot more visibility and allowed for shorter landing gear as well.