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Aircrew who died in KC-135 crash likely lacked parachutes (www.defenseone.com)

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“There was a point when we were concerned about additional weight and not being fuel-efficient,” Ruttenber said. “I think that brought it to the likelihood of us ever needing to use the parachutes versus the weight and the upkeep, [and] the cost.”

After the parachutes were removed, interior harnesses were installed for use when, say, a light indicates that a door is loose.

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[–] MrSulu@lemmy.ml 9 points 1 month ago

In perhaps related news, US cars don't always meet EU / UK and related occupant or pedestrian safety requirements. Yet we are under significant economic threat to allow them to be sold here. As with anti adders, it's often others who are harmed by stupidity.