I don't understand why the US Air Force doesn't buy the best used 767s for conversion to tankers. Why do we have to buy new 767 tankers at the end of the 767 production run that will last 50 to 60 years after the line closes? The military puts a lot less time on their transport planes than commercial users do. They could save lots of money by buying used aircraft that still have lots of life left in them.
Agree. I would like to see the official number crunching to dispute this. Remember that lease deal regarding these tankers? This is what happens when government types make decisions instead of corporate types.