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Originally Posted by UKönig
Just ask the reigning hangar queen, the U-505...
The early type IX U 43 also had a lot of trouble leaving the dockyard.
The first models of type VII, U27-U36 had to have their engines overhauled after their first few patrols because it was discovered that the current designs were not robust enough for continuous high speed running, which is essential in attempting to overtake or even shadow a convoy...
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Yes, in reading Blair's books I was surprised by the many aborted patrols.