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1. 12:58 PM - Ted Chang (Bob Leffler)
2. 02:50 PM - Re: Ted Chang (Alan Mekler MD)
3. 03:45 PM - Re: Ted Chang (David Leikam)
4. 04:16 PM - Re: Ted Chang (Pascal)
5. 05:22 PM - Re: Ted Chang (pilotdds)
6. 06:31 PM - Re: Ted Chang (Bob Leffler)
7. 06:44 PM - Trutrak autopilot (DLM)
8. 07:00 PM - Re: Trutrak autopilot (Rene)
9. 07:03 PM - Re: Ted Chang (Phil Perry)
10. 07:25 PM - Re: Ted Chang (Pascal)
11. 07:37 PM - Re: Ted Chang (Kelly McMullen)
12. 07:46 PM - Re: Ted Chang (David Leikam)
13. 07:53 PM - Re: Ted Chang (Phillip Perry)
14. 08:30 PM - Re: Ted Chang (Sean Stephens)
15. 08:42 PM - Re: Ted Chang (Les Kearney)
16. 09:31 PM - Re: Ted Chang (Bob Turner)
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Ted just posted to facebook that he had an inflight fire and landed 4nm off a
irport during his phase 1. Ted is ok, but the rv-10's gear collapsed. The
re was no mention as to the cause of the fire.
He posted some photos to facebook
Sent from my iPhone__,_._,___
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Too many Ted changs on face book
Sent from my iPhone
On Apr 27, 2011, at 3:39 PM, Bob Leffler <rv@thelefflers.com> wrote:
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> Ted just posted to facebook that he had an inflight fire and landed 4nm of
f airport during his phase 1. Ted is ok, but the rv-10's gear collapsed. T
here was no mention as to the cause of the fire.
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> He posted some photos to facebook
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http://newsodrome.com/aviation_news/ted-s-plane-and-the-voice-25394830
David Leikam
RV10
Flying
On Apr 27, 2011, at 2:39 PM, Bob Leffler wrote:
>
> Ted just posted to facebook that he had an inflight fire and landed
4nm off airport during his phase 1. Ted is ok, but the rv-10's gear
collapsed. There was no mention as to the cause of the fire.
>
> He posted some photos to facebook
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> Sent from my iPhone__,_._,___
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Really sad, but good Ted walked away. Be interesting to know what
happened? does not look like any fire damage to the aircraft.
Pascal
From: David Leikam
Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2011 3:39 PM
Subject: Re: RV10-List: Ted Chang
http://newsodrome.com/aviation_news/ted-s-plane-and-the-voice-25394830
David Leikam
RV10
Flying
On Apr 27, 2011, at 2:39 PM, Bob Leffler wrote:
Ted just posted to facebook that he had an inflight fire and landed
4nm off airport during his phase 1. Ted is ok, but the rv-10's gear
collapsed. There was no mention as to the cause of the fire.
He posted some photos to facebook
Sent from my iPhone__,_._,___
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Glad Ted walked away-wonder what happened to the door,Inflight fire is a sc
ary thing-Hope you regroup and get back in the air quickly
-----Original Message-----
From: Pascal <rv10flyer@verizon.net>
Sent: Wed, Apr 27, 2011 4:17 pm
Subject: Re: RV10-List: Ted Chang
Really sad, but good Ted walked away. Be interesting to know what happened?
does not look like any fire damage to the aircraft.
Pascal
From: David Leikam
Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2011 3:39 PM
Subject: Re: RV10-List: Ted Chang
http://newsodrome.com/aviation_news/ted-s-plane-and-the-voice-25394830
David Leikam
RV10
Flying
On Apr 27, 2011, at 2:39 PM, Bob Leffler wrote:
Ted just posted to facebook that he had an inflight fire and landed 4nm off
airport during his phase 1. Ted is ok, but the rv-10's gear collapsed.
There was no mention as to the cause of the fire.
He posted some photos to facebook
Sent from my iPhone__,_._,___
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Ted posted the following to the local RV list:
Thank you for your concern. I have been busy today and finally get a chance
to organize my pictures and thoughts. Here is a link to my photos. It works
as long as you click on this link.
https://picasaweb.google.com/tc1234c/4272011RV10Accident?authkey=Gv1sRgCPjmt
viSyuKsQg#
<https://picasaweb.google.com/tc1234c/4272011RV10Accident?authkey=Gv1sRgCPjm
tviSyuKsQg>
I had a fuel fire while four miles up wind to runway 18. I discharged fire
extinguisher to put off the fire that is outside of the tunnel. In a few
seconds the blinding smoke filled the cabin (from paint or SCAT tube? not
wires since there is only fuel pump and fuel flow sensor wires in there.). I
turned the fuel selector to shut off the fuel supply . Since I could not
see, I popped open the pilot side door and it quickly flew off. Now I saw
that I have a pasture on my left. This is a hilly country with streams,
trees and houses, not too many landing choices. Engine quit and I banked
left sharply to make to the field. I saw a telephone line along the road and
ducked down under it. As soon as I cleared the phone line I pull the nose up
and the airplane impacted the ground (with the stall warning beeping) which
is sloping up. The impact bent all three landing gears and absorbed the
impact. I did not feel a very hard bump at all. The airplane slided uphill
for a few hundred feet and stopped over the top of the hill. I got out and
saw a little smoke still coming out under the tunnel. I grabbed my phone and
camera and began calling 911. That began a very long day taking the
statement and waiting for the FAA inspector. The only injury I sustained is
a 1/8" size burn on my hand, no blister even. Our local TV station reported
that I burnt my hand. It is a little exaggerated.
This is the first accident I have had. I hope it is the last too. From this
experience I learned a few things:
a. Whatever happens keep cool.
b. Don't try to save your airplane, save yourself first.
c. Fly your airplane until you have no control of it.
I will open the cowling and tunnel cover after the airplane is brought back
to my hangar and find what is the cause of the fire. At that time I will
share with you my findings.
Be safe!
Ted
From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of pilotdds
Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2011 8:18 PM
Subject: Re: RV10-List: Ted Chang
Glad Ted walked away-wonder what happened to the door,Inflight fire is a
scary thing-Hope you regroup and get back in the air quickly
-----Original Message-----
From: Pascal <rv10flyer@verizon.net>
Sent: Wed, Apr 27, 2011 4:17 pm
Subject: Re: RV10-List: Ted Chang
Really sad, but good Ted walked away. Be interesting to know what happened?
does not look like any fire damage to the aircraft.
Pascal
From: David Leikam <mailto:daveleikam@wi.rr.com>
Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2011 3:39 PM
Subject: Re: RV10-List: Ted Chang
http://newsodrome.com/aviation_news/ted-s-plane-and-the-voice-25394830
David Leikam
RV10
Flying
On Apr 27, 2011, at 2:39 PM, Bob Leffler wrote:
Ted just posted to facebook that he had an inflight fire and landed 4nm off
airport during his phase 1. Ted is ok, but the rv-10's gear collapsed.
There was no mention as to the cause of the fire.
He posted some photos to facebook
Sent from my iPhone__,_._,___
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| Subject: | Trutrak autopilot |
I have the DigiFlite II VSGV; when I was building I specifically asked
TT whether the AP should be off on the buss while cranking. I was told
the AP could be on while cranking. Experience has shown and TT has
confirmed that the AP should be off during cranking and the aircraft
should remain stopped for about 30 seconds to allow the internal sensors
to determine the parameters for straight and level flight. At the next
annual I intend to switch the pullable breaker for the AP to a toggle
breaker.
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| Subject: | Trutrak autopilot |
That is what Stein recommended with my panel. It also gives you a switch to
turn off if the AP goes crazy and tries to crash the airplane. J
Rene'
801-721-6080
From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of DLM
Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2011 8:45 AM
Subject: RV10-List: Trutrak autopilot
I have the DigiFlite II VSGV; when I was building I specifically asked TT
whether the AP should be off on the buss while cranking. I was told the AP
could be on while cranking. Experience has shown and TT has confirmed that
the AP should be off during cranking and the aircraft should remain stopped
for about 30 seconds to allow the internal sensors to determine the
parameters for straight and level flight. At the next annual I intend to
switch the pullable breaker for the AP to a toggle breaker.
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Interesting. Glad he is safe and I hope he will share some honest detail re
garding his fuel system and any modifications he made.
I guess that answers the question about being able to open a door in flight.
We now know it is possible. I always wondered if it could be done or if t
he sucking action on the doors would cause so much friction at the pins that
they wouldn't move. That question is now answered (at least at maneuvering
speeds).
Most importantly - I'm really glad he is safe.
Phil
On Apr 27, 2011, at 8:22 PM, "Bob Leffler" <rv@thelefflers.com> wrote:
> Ted posted the following to the local RV list:
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>
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> Thank you for your concern. I have been busy today and finally get a chanc
e to organize my pictures and thoughts. Here is a link to my photos. It wor
ks as long as you click on this link.
>
>
>
> https://picasaweb.google.com/tc1234c/4272011RV10Accident?authkey=Gv1sRgC
PjmtviSyuKsQg#
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> I had a fuel fire while four miles up wind to runway 18. I discharged fire
extinguisher to put off the fire that is outside of the tunnel. In a few se
conds the blinding smoke filled the cabin (from paint or SCAT tube? not wire
s since there is only fuel pump and fuel flow sensor wires in there.). I tur
ned the fuel selector to shut off the fuel supply . Since I could not see, I
popped open the pilot side door and it quickly flew off. Now I saw that I h
ave a pasture on my left. This is a hilly country with streams, trees and ho
uses, not too many landing choices. Engine quit and I banked left sharply to
make to the field. I saw a telephone line along the road and ducked down un
der it. As soon as I cleared the phone line I pull the nose up and the airpl
ane impacted the ground (with the stall warning beeping) which is sloping up
. The impact bent all three landing gears and absorbed the impact. I did not
feel a very hard bump at all. The airplane slided uphill for a few hundred f
eet and stopped over the top of the hill. I got out and saw a little smoke s
till coming out under the tunnel. I grabbed my phone and camera and began ca
lling 911. That began a very long day taking the statement and waiting for t
he FAA inspector. The only injury I sustained is a 1/8" size burn on my hand
, no blister even. Our local TV station reported that I burnt my hand. It is
a little exaggerated.
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> This is the first accident I have had. I hope it is the last too. =46rom t
his experience I learned a few things:
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> a. Whatever happens keep cool.
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> b. Don't try to save your airplane, save yourself first.
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> c. Fly your airplane until you have no control of it.
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> I will open the cowling and tunnel cover after the airplane is brought bac
k to my hangar and find what is the cause of the fire. At that time I will s
hare with you my findings.
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> Be safe!
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> Ted
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> From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com [mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@
matronics.com] On Behalf Of pilotdds
> Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2011 8:18 PM
> To: rv10-list@matronics.com
> Subject: Re: RV10-List: Ted Chang
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> Glad Ted walked away-wonder what happened to the door,Inflight fire is a s
cary thing-Hope you regroup and get back in the air quickly
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Pascal <rv10flyer@verizon.net>
> To: rv10-list <rv10-list@matronics.com>
> Sent: Wed, Apr 27, 2011 4:17 pm
> Subject: Re: RV10-List: Ted Chang
>
> Really sad, but good Ted walked away. Be interesting to know what happened
? does not look like any fire damage to the aircraft.
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> Pascal
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> From: David Leikam
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> Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2011 3:39 PM
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> Subject: Re: RV10-List: Ted Chang
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> http://newsodrome.com/aviation_news/ted-s-plane-and-the-voice-25394830
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> On Apr 27, 2011, at 2:39 PM, Bob Leffler wrote:
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> Ted just posted to facebook that he had an inflight fire and landed 4nm of
f airport during his phase 1. Ted is ok, but the rv-10's gear collapsed. T
here was no mention as to the cause of the fire.
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> He posted some photos to facebook
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I never thought the doors opening/flying off in air was an issue, they
do it without trying too! it was trying to close them/save them if they
became open that I always wondered about.
From: Phil Perry
Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2011 7:00 PM
Subject: Re: RV10-List: Ted Chang
Interesting. Glad he is safe and I hope he will share some honest
detail regarding his fuel system and any modifications he made.
I guess that answers the question about being able to open a door in
flight. We now know it is possible. I always wondered if it could be
done or if the sucking action on the doors would cause so much friction
at the pins that they wouldn't move. That question is now answered (at
least at maneuvering speeds).
Most importantly - I'm really glad he is safe.
Phil
On Apr 27, 2011, at 8:22 PM, "Bob Leffler" <rv@thelefflers.com> wrote:
Ted posted the following to the local RV list:
Thank you for your concern. I have been busy today and finally get a
chance to organize my pictures and thoughts. Here is a link to my
photos. It works as long as you click on this link.
https://picasaweb.google.com/tc1234c/4272011RV10Accident?authkey=Gv1sRg
CPjmtviSyuKsQg#
I had a fuel fire while four miles up wind to runway 18. I discharged
fire extinguisher to put off the fire that is outside of the tunnel. In
a few seconds the blinding smoke filled the cabin (from paint or SCAT
tube? not wires since there is only fuel pump and fuel flow sensor wires
in there.). I turned the fuel selector to shut off the fuel supply .
Since I could not see, I popped open the pilot side door and it quickly
flew off. Now I saw that I have a pasture on my left. This is a hilly
country with streams, trees and houses, not too many landing choices.
Engine quit and I banked left sharply to make to the field. I saw a
telephone line along the road and ducked down under it. As soon as I
cleared the phone line I pull the nose up and the airplane impacted the
ground (with the stall warning beeping) which is sloping up. The impact
bent all three landing gears and absorbed the impact. I did not feel a
very hard bump at all. The airplane slided uphill for a few hundred feet
and stopped over the top of the hill. I got out and saw a little smoke
still coming out under the tunnel. I grabbed my phone and camera and
began calling 911. That began a very long day taking the statement and
waiting for the FAA inspector. The only injury I sustained is a 1/8"
size burn on my hand, no blister even. Our local TV station reported
that I burnt my hand. It is a little exaggerated.
This is the first accident I have had. I hope it is the last too. From
this experience I learned a few things:
a. Whatever happens keep cool.
b. Don't try to save your airplane, save yourself first.
c. Fly your airplane until you have no control of it.
I will open the cowling and tunnel cover after the airplane is brought
back to my hangar and find what is the cause of the fire. At that time I
will share with you my findings.
Be safe!
Ted
From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of pilotdds
Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2011 8:18 PM
To: rv10-list@matronics.com
Subject: Re: RV10-List: Ted Chang
Glad Ted walked away-wonder what happened to the door,Inflight fire is
a scary thing-Hope you regroup and get back in the air quickly
-----Original Message-----
From: Pascal <rv10flyer@verizon.net>
To: rv10-list <rv10-list@matronics.com>
Sent: Wed, Apr 27, 2011 4:17 pm
Subject: Re: RV10-List: Ted Chang
Really sad, but good Ted walked away. Be interesting to know what
happened? does not look like any fire damage to the aircraft.
Pascal
From: David Leikam
Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2011 3:39 PM
To: rv10-list@matronics.com
Subject: Re: RV10-List: Ted Chang
http://newsodrome.com/aviation_news/ted-s-plane-and-the-voice-25394830
David Leikam
RV10
Flying
On Apr 27, 2011, at 2:39 PM, Bob Leffler wrote:
Ted just posted to facebook that he had an inflight fire and landed
4nm off airport during his phase 1. Ted is ok, but the rv-10's gear
collapsed. There was no mention as to the cause of the fire.
He posted some photos to facebook
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Has anyone considered putting a vent window on either door window, such
as Bonanza, Piper, Mooney do? Might be awful handy to ventilate the
cockpit without losing a door.
On 4/27/2011 7:16 PM, Pascal wrote:
> I never thought the doors opening/flying off in air was an issue, they
> do it without trying too! it was trying to close them/save them if they
> became open that I always wondered about.
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Looks and sounds like some really good flying by Ted. Getting the thing
under a power line and then a full stall touch down!? Thank God he
walked away.
The fuel valve selector looks like it has a different handle on it.
Like the door handle supplied in the kit. I wonder what valve he used.
I wish the tunnel was easier to access to inspect the fuel plumbing more
often.
David Leikam
RV10
Flying
On Apr 27, 2011, at 5:39 PM, David Leikam wrote:
> http://newsodrome.com/aviation_news/ted-s-plane-and-the-voice-25394830
>
> David Leikam
> RV10
> Flying
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> On Apr 27, 2011, at 2:39 PM, Bob Leffler wrote:
>
>>
>> Ted just posted to facebook that he had an inflight fire and landed
4nm off airport during his phase 1. Ted is ok, but the rv-10's gear
collapsed. There was no mention as to the cause of the fire.
>>
>> He posted some photos to facebook
>>
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There was one at OSH 2 years ago with one installed but I can't remember who
had it.
On Apr 27, 2011 9:40 PM, "Kelly McMullen" <kellym@aviating.com> wrote:
>
> Has anyone considered putting a vent window on either door window, such
> as Bonanza, Piper, Mooney do? Might be awful handy to ventilate the
> cockpit without losing a door.
>
> On 4/27/2011 7:16 PM, Pascal wrote:
>> I never thought the doors opening/flying off in air was an issue, they
>> do it without trying too! it was trying to close them/save them if they
>> became open that I always wondered about.
>
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"I wish the tunnel was easier to access to inspect the fuel plumbing
more often."
Tunnel Access Kit...
http://airward.com/amelia/search.asp?advnav=&action=Search&store=&cat=10000016&subcat_10000003=10000016&ShowImages=&ShowDetails=&menuID=15~15&id=17
Actually looks like he had at least one of these on the pilot side.
On 4/27/11 9:44 PM, David Leikam wrote:
> Looks and sounds like some really good flying by Ted. Getting the
> thing under a power line and then a full stall touch down!? Thank God
> he walked away.
> The fuel valve selector looks like it has a different handle on it.
> Like the door handle supplied in the kit. I wonder what valve he
> used. I wish the tunnel was easier to access to inspect the fuel
> plumbing more often.
>
> David Leikam
> RV10
> Flying
>
>
> On Apr 27, 2011, at 5:39 PM, David Leikam wrote:
>
>> http://newsodrome.com/aviation_news/ted-s-plane-and-the-voice-25394830
>>
>> David Leikam
>> RV10
>> Flying
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>> On Apr 27, 2011, at 2:39 PM, Bob Leffler wrote:
>>
>>>
>>> Ted just posted to facebook that he had an inflight fire and landed
>>> 4nm off airport during his phase 1. Ted is ok, but the rv-10's
>>> gear collapsed. There was no mention as to the cause of the fire.
>>>
>>> He posted some photos to facebook
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPhone__,_._,___
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Hmmm
Speaking of vents, has anyone put a vent in the tunnel. I am wondering if a
piece of tubing, facing rearward and mounted on the exterior skin under the
tunnel, could be used to keep negative pressure in the tunnel.
Inquiring miinds need to know
Les
PS: I am very glad Ted was able to land safely. It sounds like he did an
amazing job in a very sticky situation.
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com
[mailto:owner-rv10-list-server@matronics.com] On Behalf Of Kelly McMullen
Sent: April-27-11 8:34 PM
Subject: Re: RV10-List: Ted Chang
Has anyone considered putting a vent window on either door window, such as
Bonanza, Piper, Mooney do? Might be awful handy to ventilate the cockpit
without losing a door.
On 4/27/2011 7:16 PM, Pascal wrote:
> I never thought the doors opening/flying off in air was an issue, they
> do it without trying too! it was trying to close them/save them if
> they became open that I always wondered about.
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"The fuel valve selector looks like it has a different handle on it."
That is the handle from Vans, supplied on kits after about March 2008. The "new"
fuel setup has the (essentially) same valve but lower in the tunnel, with a
long shaft up to the handle. There is an AN fitting on the line where it penetrates
the tunnel, unlike the original design where it was a continuous piece of
aluminum going thru a rubber grommet.
Handle appears to be in between left and right, which I guess is off. I'd have
put it to the rear for a more positive 'off'.
--------
Bob Turner
RV-10 QB
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