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But it may allow operation of more routes without the need to refuel at both ends. That can be logistically interesting, paticularly going forward in a world of
by sandworm101 2mo ago
But it may allow operation of more routes without the need to refuel at both ends. That can be logistically interesting, paticularly going forward in a world of fuel crisis and uncertainty. Being able to deliver people in and out of Cuba without having to refuel in that country would be a market niche.
- Scoundreller 2mo agoAssuming you can regularly land with your fuel tanks half-full. You could overbuild everything to support that, but usually airlines don't want to pay for a niche design to support that. I'd bet military aircraft do get that treatment though.
- sandworm101 2mo agoIt is actually rather common. Many airlines running shorter flights will not refuel at every stop. It saves time on the ground, which can be more valuable then fuel.
- Scoundreller 2mo agorather common amongst (ultra)-long voyages?