That's probably more like it Supe. I'm on the flightpath for McConnel AFB, so I'm used to KC135s flying overhead every 10 minutes or so, with the occasional C17, F15 or 16 for good measure. None are what I would consider "quiet".  Though I have to say, even compared to the business jets we build at work, it was suprisingly silent. New aircraft, new engine, I suppose it's to be expected.
Joe, I totally agree. I think there's a niche for it, but it's not very big. I get the feeling that Airbus overestimated the demand. Not that they really care, they're government subsidized anyway. Oh well, while they've been struggling to get the A380 out the door, Boeing has been selling 787s like mad. It's good for us, Spirit Aerosystems in Wichita builds the forward fuselage section, as well as other misc. parts.
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