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Magnesium alloy used

Posted by Cees Broere on Mon Jan 14, 2002 02:55:05 AM

In reply top Re: Speaking of Defiants posted by david J burke on Sat Jan 12, 2002 05:17:45 AM

Davud,

Not only the helicopter, but also the Westland Whirlwind of WWII used a lot of magnesium in its construction. Which makes the chance of one finding intact underwater also very remote. Furthermore remember the high magnesium content of the Spitfire's rivets. I can hear the restorers cursing at Historic Flying.

Cees

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