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The Plane that No One Wanted (But Could Land on a Football Field)
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The Plane that No One Wanted (But Could Land on a Football Field)
The Vietnam War exposed a key weakness in America’s airlift capabilities. The reliable C-130 Hercules struggled with rough, remote airstrips, making each landing risky. A new, more capable aircraft was clearly needed—one that could handle harsh conditions, land in tight spaces, and carry heavy military loads. A Paradigm Shift in Military Transport Design The YC-14 was on track to become the ultimate military transport aircraft, meeting and often…
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