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Ocelot II

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10. I haven't been following the Spirit situation; I know they've been in trouble for awhile.

Reply to James48 (Reply #5)

Fri Aug 22, 2025, 08:55 AM

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That could be a source, though I'm not sure the A320 is the best airplane for DHS' purposes unless they gut the interiors to make them as uncomfortable as possible for the deportees.

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