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G.N. Thompson
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Coin operated Minicopters

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Wondering how many of the old coin operated minicopters might still be running, and where, and where we might get parts off the ones that finally failed complety.
All info appreciated.
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Looking for cheap time building?

All joking aside, I am curious now......what for?
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there is one in yxj but if i remember right thats where you are from so im guessing thats the one you are talking about
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Re: Coin operated Minicopters

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I used to play that one in XJ a bit when I lived there.

What's broken on it ... it should be something which can be repaired as opposed to replaced. If I recall, those toys were very sturdily built.

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i tried playing it a few months ago it didn't work i was quite dissapointed about it
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Peace River's Airport terminal has one.... not sure if its working properly or not
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YQT had one last time I looked.
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Western Canadian Aviation Museum in Winnipeg. Upstairs in the area where the kids play.

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Captain X (rated?)
Thanx for info, will give YPE a call. Ours is sorta running again but more challanging now with lagging power...need forward speed to get enough transition lift to get over the trees. Good to hear a few are still working.
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Alberta Aviation Museum at City Centre Airport (CYXD) in Edmonton has one.
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This fellow may be able to help you or at least guide you in the right direction,

http://www.nappepin.com/ArcadeChopper/A ... opper2.htm
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