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Exploring a 1966 Falcon Jet: Revival or Lawn Ornament?

Exploring a 1966 Falcon Jet: Revival or Lawn Ornament?
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In this riveting episode from the legendary Cleetus McFarland, the team embarks on a daring adventure sponsored by AG1 to Brooksville airport. There, they stumble upon a 1966 Falcon jet listed at $155,000, sparking wild ideas of turning it into a magnificent lawn ornament or reviving it to its former glory. The jet, dormant for 17 years, presents a tantalizing challenge - to fly again or not to fly, that is the question.

Amidst the allure of owning a Falcon jet, the team weighs the hefty hanger fees and potential maintenance costs, contemplating the financial abyss that may await them. With discussions swirling around selling parts or investing in its resurrection, the stakes are high, and the thrill of owning a piece of aviation history hangs in the balance. Will this Falcon soar once more, or will it remain a static symbol of past glory?

As the team delves deeper into the jet's history and condition, the prospect of hearing its engines roar without modifications becomes a pivotal moment of truth. The allure of owning a Falcon jet, with all its prestige and power, is a siren call that beckons them towards an uncertain yet exhilarating future. Stay tuned as Cleetus McFarland and his crew navigate the turbulent skies of decision-making, with the fate of the Falcon jet hanging in the balance.

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