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>The red Swift had the slots closed. The Swift has long led to a lot of
>hangar talk about these slots. Most agree that there is not much speed
>to be gained by closing them unless a lot of horsepower has been added,
>resulting in speeds above 170 mph. Everyone seems to hold to his own
>opinion about how closing the slots affects stall characteristics.
>
>http://www.gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/Slots+Closed.jpg.html
>
The Gypsy Moth had slot that would open automatically at low speeds. Made
a lot of noise on final approach as they slapped open and closed.
Chris
When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro
- Hunter S. Thompson
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