Thread: Post-V1 abort after bird-strike destroyed Kalitta 747F
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Old 12-27-2008, 07:24 PM
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Eilert Pilarm
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Originally Posted by AerisArmis View Post
BTW, is it strange that a Pratt and Spitney engine got taken out by a 2-5 ounce bird??

Description of a Kestrel


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  • Small hawk.
  • Rufous back and tail.
  • Two dark mustache marks on face.
  • Size: 22-31 cm (9-12 in)
  • Wingspan: 51-61 cm (20-24 in)
  • Weight: 80-165 g (2.82-5.82 ounce
African or European Kestrel?
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