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Which Tactical Transport Aircraft Fit African Air Forces’ Short-Field Airlift Needs?
Which tactical transport aircraft can meet African short-field, austere-strip troop and cargo airlift needs? C295, C-130, C-27J, Y-9 and C-390 compared on documented African use.
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Which Tactical Transport Aircraft Fit African Air Forces’ Short-Field Airlift Needs?
Which tactical transport aircraft can meet African short-field, austere-strip troop and cargo airlift needs? C295, C-130, C-27J, Y-9 and C-390 compared on documented African use.
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