Aero-News: Quote of the Day

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Aero-News Quote of the Day

"How do more electrical outlets stack up against increased fuel offload over range? How do better flight deck seats compare to greater airlift capability?"

Source: Northrop Grumman Corporation. In its latest salvo against American planemaker Boeing, on Monday Northrop restated the US Air Force found their bid to build the next generation of aerial refueling tankers superior to Boeing's in four of the five most important selection criteria. The company did acknowledge Boeing's 767-based entry does possess some advantages over its Airbus A330-derived KC-45A. For example, the Boeing plane offers more interior electrical outlets, better flight deck seats, and the ability to carry secondary fuels like Swedish Kerosene... which Northrop adds is rarely used.

FMI: www.northropgrumman.com