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Old 09-09-2015 | 05:42 AM
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Originally Posted by rhklenke
The JPO initiated it and managed it through the approval process.

There were lots of guys out there flying these 200-class engines and I'm sure nobody realized that they were over the 45 lb thrust limit.

Bob
If they were not aware, they have no business flying them. JMHO. I've always asked myself that question....when did flying 200N class engines became legal in the US........cuase "Im sure" everyone was derrating them......