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Forum: Military Aviation
25th Jul 2021, 18:33
Replies: 160
Views: 59,993
Posted By etudiant

The award was scheduled to be made this July, but...

The award was scheduled to be made this July, but thus far the only news is that acting AF Secretary Roth said that the projected cost was up 9% to $11 billion.
TDRacer could give real insight into...
Forum: Military Aviation
24th Jul 2021, 22:59
Replies: 160
Views: 59,993
Posted By etudiant

In this instance, perhaps the desire for...

In this instance, perhaps the desire for corporate prestige will override the normal profit maximizing impulse.
We have a clear cut 3 way competition, all entrants are technically qualified, winner...
Forum: Military Aviation
23rd Jul 2021, 21:46
Replies: 160
Views: 59,993
Posted By etudiant

So very true. The fleet averages about 200...

So very true.
The fleet averages about 200 hours/year/aircraft, so assuming a 20,000hr TBO, they should be able to avoid any major overhaul until 2120.
I've heard of the concept of 'blister pack'...
Forum: Military Aviation
8th Apr 2018, 15:56
Replies: 160
Views: 59,993
Posted By etudiant

Thank you for that informative post, tdracer. It...

Thank you for that informative post, tdracer. It does underline the unforeseen risks of process changes.
Nevertheless, I remain unconvinced that maintaining TF-33s for another 50 years is anywhere...
Forum: Military Aviation
7th Apr 2018, 22:42
Replies: 160
Views: 59,993
Posted By etudiant

That seems just implausible to me. I don't know...

That seems just implausible to me.
I don't know of an engine parts process that has been outlawed and I'm unaware of an relevant alloy that has become unavailable due to EPA and/or OSHA regs. We're...
Forum: Military Aviation
7th Apr 2018, 01:57
Replies: 160
Views: 59,993
Posted By etudiant

This seems like excess money chasing spending...

This seems like excess money chasing spending opportunities to me.
The US's large engagement in Afghanistan is supported via a 1000 mile truck based logistics chain maintained over less than...
Forum: Military Aviation
23rd Feb 2018, 21:24
Replies: 160
Views: 59,993
Posted By etudiant

I accept the characterization of the initial...

I accept the characterization of the initial Desert Storm engagements as combat and correct my statement to 35 years.
Forum: Military Aviation
23rd Feb 2018, 02:00
Replies: 160
Views: 59,993
Posted By etudiant

Has the B-52 been in combat in the last 40 years?...

Has the B-52 been in combat in the last 40 years?
Dropping bombs on designated targets, absolutely, but no combat.
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