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Product Name: C-40B Special-Mission Aircraft
Product Description
The C-40B is a special-mission aircraft that provides airlift with an
office-in-the- sky environment for U.S. combatant commanders and other senior
government officials. Built for the U.S. Air Force, the 737-700 aircraft is
equipped with equipment and capabilities that support a rapid response for
global missions. C-40Bs are equipped with the Connexion by Boeing system,
providing secure in-flight broadband connectivity -- data/video transmit and
receive capability -- to enhance communications, productivity and security.
Capabilities and Characteristics
The C-40B is based on the Boeing Business Jet, and includes the following
enhancements:
- Updated avionics
- 777-type flight deck with common-display system (includes liquid-crystal
displays)
- CFM56-7 engines (built by CFM International)
- 24,000 pounds of thrust
- Higher cruise speed (0.78 to 0.82 Mach)
- Greater range (3,000 nautical miles)
- Noise-reduction improvements (below Stage 3 levels)
- Greater fuel-efficiency and lower maintenance costs
Milestones
Boeing was contracted by the Air Force to build four C-40B aircraft.
- First flight: June 2002
- Delivery of first aircraft: December 2002
- Delivery of second aircraft: January 2003
- Delivery of third aircraft: 2004
- Delivery of fourth aircraft: expected June 2005
Maintenance
Because the C-40B is based on the commercially successful 737, it shares a
readily available supply of parts, the 737 network of comprehensive field
services, and the 737 spares-distribution network. Consequently the C-40B will
offer reduced maintenance costs. The U.S. Air Force will operate and maintain
the aircraft.
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