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Old 02-07-2025, 05:01 PM   #1407 (permalink)
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From the same source Freebeard provided, 30% fuel savings projected soon.

Air Force Tests Subscale Model of Blended-Wing Body Jet, on Track for First Flight in 2027
https://www.airandspaceforces.com/ai...ded-wing-body/
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The BWB concept could reduce fuel burn by 30 percent versus existing cargo aircraft, which is why the project is being led by the Air Force assistant secretary for energy, installations, and the environment.
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