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Old 08-16-2015, 09:47 AM
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Originally Posted by DominicM
I see quite a few pilots who don't. Even if your engine has started the last 50 times no problem...no harm in keeping one by your side, with the safety off in case you need it in a hurry. This guy thought about it far too late to save the fuselage.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9M7KV37d0Y
I can vouch for that too...... I had mine right at hand but turned out to be empty :-( . Here`s the result.
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