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Old Sep 8, 2023 | 1:41 pm
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Originally Posted by ESpen36
I notice on 772s that the pilots often extend the flaps while taxiing out to the runway. It is a very distinctive, high-pitched sound on this type of aircraft.
It's the most satisfying sound. Waking up after crossing the atlantic to 777 flaps makes me very happy.
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