Tanker Aircraft in the Airlift Role
Author | : Joshua A. Schwartz |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 43 |
Release | : 1999 |
ISBN-10 | : OCLC:41344883 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 (83 Downloads) |
Download or read book Tanker Aircraft in the Airlift Role written by Joshua A. Schwartz and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This annotated briefing examines the utility of employing KC-135 and KC-10 tanker aircraft in the airlift role. The general characteristics, cargo loading capabilities, and performance of the tankers are examined and compared to the dedicated C-5A/B, C-17A, and C-141B airlift aircraft. Past operational usage of tankers in the airlift role and planning factors for future contingencies are revealed"--Report documentation page.