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Old 05-27-2008 | 04:29 PM
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From: Engines Turn or People Swim
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Originally Posted by Dark Knight
J Model???
Four engines is good redundancy at a hot DZ or airstrip, but is wasted weight and complexity on most airliners. Also, tactical lifters have to handle tactical landings and manuevers, which means that they carry extra structural weight.

I'm not sure if the C-130 is FAA certified for pax?
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