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Not with the current models. They were constructed for long haul flights and frequent takeoffs and landings on rather short haul routes will result in a faster
by Jdam 9y ago
Not with the current models. They were constructed for long haul flights and frequent takeoffs and landings on rather short haul routes will result in a faster degradation of the airframe, meaning safety concerns and high maintenance costs. That’s why Bowing came up with the 787-3 (which was cancelled)
- nradov 9y agoBoeing used to make a specialized 747SR model optimized for domestic short haul routes in Japan. It had a stronger structure and lower fuel capacity. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boeing_747#747SR https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boeing_747#747SR