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Don't get me started on database updates or connection methods for aircraft... We have models that use floppys (about 75% disk failure rate per box of "new" disks), CompactFlash cards, SD cards, zip disks (yes, zip disks), WiFi + Ipad, serial connection (9 or proprietary cable) and USB sticks.

The USB sticks are the preferred method these days, but there are a bunch of aircraft flying around out there with Windows viruses stored on their USB sticks. My mechanics get an alert every time they plug one in to do an update.



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