US Air Force restricts KC-46 from carrying cargo and passengers
By: Valerie Insinna 2 days ago
WASHINGTON — In a move that could have major impacts on the already-delayed tanker program, the U.S. Air Force has indefinitely barred the KC-46 from carrying cargo and passengers, Defense News has learned.
The decision was made after an incident occurred where the cargo locks on the bottom of the floor of the aircraft became unlocked during a recent flight, creating concerns that airmen could potentially be hurt or even killed by heavy equipment that suddenly bursts free during a flight.
“As a result of this discovery, the Air Force has submitted a Category 1 deficiency report and is working with Boeing to identify a solution,” Air Force Mobility Command spokesman Col. Damien Pickart said in a statement. The service uses the term Category 1 to describe serious technical issues that could endanger the aircrew and aircraft or have other major effects.
“Until we find a viable solution with Boeing to remedy this problem, we can’t jeopardize the safety of our aircrew and this aircraft,” he said.
https://www.defensenews.com/breaking-news/2019/09/11/air-force-restricts-kc-46-from-carrying-cargo-and-personnel/
Yeah might be a problem with the CG (Center of Gravity) of the aircraft.................also in other aviation news concerning the CG
Just like Lufthansa A320neos having the ability to not put people in the aft section seating rows because of the CG moving aft after installing a upgrade in the interior seating and the airline not being able to install the new WI-FI system on the upper
fuselage...................
https://aeronauticsonline.com/lufthansa-stops-selling-seats-in-the-last-row-of-a320neo/