USAF completes 'Electric Starlifter' program
The U.S. Air Force has completed a 1,000 hour operational flight test program of the "Electric Starlifter," a C-141A fitted with electric actuators on both ailerons. The 1,000-hour goal is a departure from past practices - it's usually about 30-40 hours - but it will allow collection of more...
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