I understand there is no photo yet, but was thrust reverser is a "must-have" part in large engines nowadays?
what you were asking makes me feels like you are questioning if a new sedan in 2021 have an ABS or not...
China's transport, tanker & heavy lift aircraft
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what you were asking makes me feels like you are questioning if a new sedan in 2021 have an ABS or not...
Nope. Your answer would be wrong. We do not need confirmation. It *has* reverse thrusters
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Thrust reverser is a must have in every large moden passenger and cargo jets. Even the ancient 737-200 that is older than most of your grandfathers already deployed thrust reverser. It is not a subject of debate whether Y20 has thrust reverser or not, but rather what type of thrust reverser it used.
LOL, sounds like a 737 MAX issue.
It should be already considered in the development phase of Y20. This new engine probably started development before Y20 started, given the history that China always faces more challenges and delays when developing new engines. And it’s not unusual for these tankers/air lifters to change engines during mid-life upgrade/service, KC-135, KC-10, C-5 all have changed to new type of engines for old planes.
After the US "entity listing" of Xian, I think we are going to see if this aircraft reappear after two years. Swapping systems from foreign suppliers isn't that easy.
As far as I remember this is the so far clearest image of a Y-20U tanker.
Clearly visible are the two wing-mounted IFR-pods but also the unique centreline station.
From the huge flag on its tail it is most likely a / the (?) prototype.
(Image via HNAPA)
Clearly visible are the two wing-mounted IFR-pods but also the unique centreline station.
From the huge flag on its tail it is most likely a / the (?) prototype.
(Image via HNAPA)
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