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: Well as a matter of fact, I recently blew
: the dust off and pulled a quick service
: on old Thunderjet.
: Did a few runs in the paddock at
: Sebring a few weeks ago, all went great
: until security showed up, that has
: happened a lot.
: I just fitted a video camera, I'll post
: a link as soon as I figure out how to
: edit & upload video...
: Glen
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: History-
: Thunderjet 1 is the worlds first and
: only successful multi-stage rocket
: powered Triumph valve cover.
: Designed in the late 80s and
: commissioned in 1990, “Thunder” is
: based on a Triumph Stag/TR-7 valve/cam
: cover, fitted with a lightweight alloy
: tub, powered by a 2-stage main engine
: configuration, assisted by external
: RATO pods.
: Equipped with adjustable front wing,
: directional stabilizer, rear wing which
: also acts as an air brake, and a
: tailhook, the air brake & 'hook
: being deployed automatically by the 2nd
: stage main engine back-charge.
: Driving duties are handled by Flt. Lt.
: Stan Part, who has successfully
: completed over 350 missions.
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