Old 08-31-2010 | 10:55 AM
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johnso29
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Originally Posted by rickair7777
I think it's entirely feasible technically...I just don't have a warm fuzzy that our industry (or government) leaders are capable of thinking that far ahead. Thye not only have to find and certify a solution, they have to somehow create enough production and distribution infrastructure to feed the beast. They generally don't want to spend any money on long-term problems since that would impact next quarter's financial performance and associated bonuses

Maybe the guvmint will take care of it after it becomes a crisis.
Yeah & another problem IMO is getting the FAA to give the thumbs up on it. You know it'll have to be phased in & that could take 10 years from when it's first allowed.
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