US Air Force unveils new details of Next Generation Airlift aircraft to replace C-17 and C-5
USAF disclosed new details of its Next Generation Airlift programme to replace C-17 and C-5 fleets. Requirements focus on contested-environment survivability, blended-wing candidates and increased fuel efficiency. Programme could shape multi-decade strategic airlift architecture. Industry engagement underway with Boeing, LM and JetZero.
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