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Default RE: CD Waiver Sign-off... The Best Propeller Plane for the Test?


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Why does the AMA require a waiver for turbine aircraft, but none for EDF? Both are capable of high speed flight.
I would imagine because of the complexity of turbine systems, The potential for fires/explosions etc..