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Old 02-11-03, 21:09
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Originally posted by Dave Downs (LT Ducky)
During the 1980's the O-2 was refered to as the 'Duck' due to the configuration of the landing gear going into 'trail' during retraction.
Also Kenny Love, who flew the 02 for our filming and runs the Museum tells me there was a "mod" for the 02 which incorporated a strengthened keel to counter the frequent accidents due to landing gear troubles.

It has a distinctive sound, doesn't it.
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