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Old 13th Aug 2013, 09:16
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Yes, I know - and what nonsense that first post was, as vascodagama cited.

Boeing (not F-16net) figures show an internal fuel plus 3 x MAT for the MV-22 as having a max fuel capacity (at 0.8 SG) of 9100 kg. Or 20000 lb.

Whether the aircraft will transfer any of its own internal fuel in the AAR role is not know. But a 'giveaway' of 17000 lb would leave only 3000 lb for the MV-22 to reach its AAR point, refuel its receivers and return. Transferring 4 x 4250 lb to receivers is going to take about 15 min minimum.

So how far can an MV-22 fly on 3000 lb, assuming that it takes off, transits to its AAR station, offloads 4 x 4250 lb and returns to land with normal reserves?

Not very far, I'd guess...... Or is it merely supposed to orbit the ship?
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