No more free fuel for the taking. That only happens when war is classified as a real "WAR".
I don't think Connie paid more than 5 million for any of his airplanes. They are all paid for. owes nada! The amount of money he saves on monthly payments to the bank, he can buy a whole lot of fuel!
We fairy empty airplanes to HKG, Korea and China, and still make a profit at the end of the trip! Anyone who says you can't make money with a classic really does not know what they are talking about.
Our -100's still have a viable niche in this market. They are great for 5-6 hour legs and can still carry 200,000 lbs comfortably. Most of our -200's have "Q" powered Pratts, one "R" powered and a few "J" powered. Our 2, 750,000 lb. -100's have "J"motors installed.
The -400's will probably be financed, but I assure you, our -400's will be acquired for far less than market value. Thats the way the man operates. Thats how he makes money.