@ SS
In response to my statement,
Originally Posted by Moosemaster
Face facts, A400 might be delayed, but it is still the only realistic option in the current environment.
you said,
Originally Posted by StopStart
moosemaster - sorry but I have to disagree with most, if not all, of what you say.
then said,
Originally Posted by StopStart
There is no other realistic, OTS, medium-size airlifter available.
Can you decide which side of the fence you are on please?
I am linked to the project (as previously admitted) and so want it to continue, but am also mindful of the hardships caused by the extended(ing) delays. However, as I stated I cannot see a viable alternative, either temporary or permanent.
Also, FRES is not the only load that will benefit from the larger cargo hold of the A400. I don't have an exhaustive list, but there is a list of load items that can be carried by A400 that a C130 can't. (Granted, they are in the same list that a C17 can, but you don't need to wait for 4 of them to justify a sortie.
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