What is the time-frame for first deliveries?
Would Lockheed even have time to address all the problems stated here - TR-shaft, TR-cracks, crashworthiness-15/20g, high maintenance?
How does the 101-maintenance compare to the other 3-engine CH-53? That one is at about 60 hrs/flighthour isn't it?
I also wonder how a brandnew design can be compared to a 20 yeare old?
How did the price of the 101 come down to 92 levels?
About 2 years ago I remember to read in some mag, the price for the 101 system would be around 30-40 m$ depending on options.
That would have given you two 92's and some fuel money!
I am sure the final decision is pure politics (or who is polstering private pockets better!
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.......else they surely would choose the Swedish tall-cabin version of the NH90!!!
May the better one win!
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