Originally Posted by
BugT56
I figured that would bring you out of the shadows just like this thread finally got me to sign up and quit lurking. I was not implying anyone in particular, just referencing people I knew who went through TPS and had some knowledge of the 144 program. Ultimately we will make the aircraft work, but I know how you and most everyone who flies it feels. It is wishful thinking to think that the CG would move on the C27J. The AF is also parking a bunch of H2's and H3 Hercs that are newer and could have a nice home in the CG. I am sure current budgets preclude any of this from happening though.
It would be nice if the CG jumped on the C27 airframes, but I agree, it's probably not going to happen at this point. The cost of training and support for two medium MRS airframes would probably be too much for a service this size. Still can't believe they went for the 144 over the C27.