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Boeing KC-46A Tanker aircraft joins flight test program

Washington, Usa - Newest airplane is third for testing in full KC-46 configuration

Boeing now has six aircraft in its KC-46 tanker test program, expanding its ability to complete ground and flight-test activities as it progresses toward first deliveries to the US Air Force. The newest KC-46 aerial refueling aircraft, the second low-rate initial production plane, completed its first flight during the last days. Its test activities will help ensure the KC-46 can safely operate through...

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Rome, Italy, 05/04/2017 12:43
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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