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Is an Autogyro the Right Aircraft for Your Adventures?
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The discussion centers around the appeal of flying autogyros as depicted in the comic. Participants express mixed feelings, with some preferring traditional experiences like eating gyros from food trucks over flying autogyros. Others show interest in trying autogyros, particularly for the thrill of flying with friends and engaging with wildlife, such as seagulls. Personal anecdotes are shared, including experiences with ultralight planes, though there is no mention of autogyros in those experiences. Overall, the conversation highlights curiosity about autogyros while also valuing familiar and traditional activities.
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I'd rather eat a regular gyro at my neighborhood food truck.jim mcnamara said:
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I now people flying them and they are quite happy with the experience.
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If I can fly with a friend and buzz the seagulls, yes.
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It would be interesting to try one out.
My father in law built and flew several different ultralight planes, but not an autogyro to my knowledge.
My father in law built and flew several different ultralight planes, but not an autogyro to my knowledge.
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