Chairman Mao Tze- tung and that Trident.
Oldwolf;
I'm pretty sure those people at the Military Museum in Beijing will stick to their story that the Trident they have is Chairman Mao's aircraft. The interior is special VIP with only large well upholstered seats. The windows are adorned with frilly lace curtains and the oversized galley looks VIP. You could be correct in implying that the Chairman did not like to fly but it is news to me as I've never seen that in print.
Can't help with your questions as I dont know anything technical about the Trident. Possibly the only way to get to the bottom of this matter is to ask the Mogolian gent to take you to the site. Turn the venture into a bit of a holiday, should be very interesting. Regards,
O.P.