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Old 26th June 2013, 18:36
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Re: Informations about Bf 109 E WNr.1259 ?

Franck,

what I mean is that for an 80% damaged airframe, I am surprised it was not written off. But if that damage estimate is correct, then there must have been extensive damage to the airframe, not just landing gear etc. I would guess that a major rebuild might have been in order, not just repairs by a depot, some where. It was in the second loss in a training unit, which means it was flying in less than two years. so that time frame seems a short time for such extensive repairs, but since I know little about wartime German aircraft repair proceedures, perhaps I am wrong.
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