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Old 12th May 2016, 01:35
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unmanned_droid
 
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It would be interesting to consider a "coaler" style solution for turbofans rather than the props. Unfortunately you would need a new wing, and maybe an even bigger tail design if you were to move away from the prop driven option. Say approx 3 years of solid work from aero concept to production.

The prop flow has to be a huge factor in the loads/aero.

I had the 'pleasure' of working on the wing. Glad it was only a fleeting visit.

I'm also glad I wasn't one of the guys drilling out fake battle damage in their NBC kit, inside the box, in summer. Full respect for them for cracking on with it.
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