Originally Posted by
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Range figures are generally published with a baseline passenger configuration and load, even to the line pilots. HNL will be flying completely empty, probably even without seats and cabin fittings. The range will be greatly increased.
Yes, this I'm aware of. But I was under the impression that after derating, this mission was waaaaayyy beyond the range envelope of that plane...like by thousands of miles, empty.
Obviously I missed something with those birds. Totally missed something!!