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Glider Wings on a 747?



 
 
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Old November 29th 12, 02:52 AM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
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Default Glider Wings on a 747?

Take a look at the composite wing on the 787... much more glider-like
than traditional airliner wings. It's a higher aspect ratio and is
much cleaner than an aluminum wing.. If fact about 20% more efficient
through the speed range.

Bob
 




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