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https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-13271891/futuristic-jet-replace-boeing-faa-approval-spacex.html
A futuristic-looking jet with a 'blended wing body' could
soon replace the problematic Boeing fleet when it takes
flight in 2030.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently greenlit
test flights of the Pathfinder, which seats 250 passengers
inside the aircraft modeled after the US Air Force's B-2
Stealth Bomber.
The craft is expected to have a range of 5,754 miles on a
single tank of fuel - compared to typical commercial airlines
that fly up to 4,000 miles.
JetZero aims to be the 'SpaceX of aviation' by reducing
its fuel use and emissions by 50 percent compared to
other airlines.
. . .
So far the only "one" is a 12-foot "prototype", so
don't book yet !
Interesting-looking design though. MIGHT perform
like they say. The wide "flattish" passenger
section might be an issue, odd stresses during
pressurization cycles.
But to build for REAL - you need a huge factory,
lots and lots of expensive equipment and a skilled
labor force. Then there are all the proving flights
and reviews of the design/construction integrity.
Don't want bits falling off, after all.
As such I think that "2030" figure is way off ....
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