The weight issue is somewhat perplexing - how can it be that, even after weight reduction redesigns, the aircraft may end up with a reduced payload capability of 3 - 4 tonnes?
Then we can sit back and wait for the A400, Moon Base Alpha......
Ooh, yesss........
OK, OK - yes, I know that actually Gabrielle Drake appeared as Lt Ellis in UFO, not Space 1999, but any excuse to post her piccie will do!