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| | Press Release 030101 |
 | | For those who may have been living on Mars over the last couple of years, the new Luscombe “Spartan 185” Model 11E is an updated version of the original late-40s Luscombe 11A “Sedan,” sporting a new tricycle landing gear, Continental IO-360-ES engine derated to 185 hp, an updated instrument panel, and other modifications. |
 | | John has no illusions about “telling the FAA how it is going to be.” His approach is to take certification programs in small, well-defined “bites.” In fact, had he been in charge at the time, the Luscombe Spartan would first have been re-certified with the original conventional landing gear. |
 | | Market-wise, the Luscombe Spartan 185 is positioned between the Cessna 172 and 182. |
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