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Old 27th Jan 2023, 16:03
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As the write-up says, it’s just another iteration of Boeing’s blended wing transport as a possible C-130/C-17 replacement.

Cant see it supplanting the C-130 because of turboprop advantages. The6 are starting to think of a C-17 replacement as the early ones are getting tired because of Iraq/Afghanistan, but it’s still a way down the line.

Plus, even accepting it’s a military transport, being seated that far off the centreline in turns and turbulence is going to be an 8nteresting passenger experience.

Lots of room for fuel and freight though - even if adding a boom is definitely not stealthy.
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