Originally Posted by
propfails2FX
We'll see Bug. How long did it take to missionize the J's? I know they were flying around as slick transports for years.
I hope simulator time can be part of the deal. Not having a CASA sim has hurt the quality of our training.
This news is definitely a step in the right direction. The C-27 might not be living up to expectations as a tactical airlifter at fields with high density altitude, but could do nicely out of coastal airports in the maritime patrol regime of flight.
Monty, It took them 6 years to missionize the J. I am glad they figured it out, as the H's will not fly forever. We did just buy two more J's last year and will be opening Barbers up as the second J Airsta sometime in the future. Just think, in 15 years when the H's are all max fatigued, we could have J's, big and small throughout the fleet. There has to be more efficiencies there than buying 40 casas....probably wishful thinking though....