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Old 07-10-2017, 10:12 AM   #1
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Concord airport runway is smaller? WOW! Back in the days The NG would have C-130s parked in front of thier hanger in Concord. The must be capable of short take off and landing! Just think one of these babies landing and taking off from Gilford!
C-130s are capable of very short take offs and landings. If you've ever been on board one for a combat approach, hang on to your breakfast!
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Old 07-12-2017, 11:34 AM   #2
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I think the instrument landing system is better at Laconia than at Concord. You know, so that those guys flying the jets can push a button, and let them land themselves!
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