Hackney Airlift Associates Inc. STAR-Lift Concept

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Similar to the Miles M.68, the Hackney Airlift Associates Inc. proposed the STAR-LIft concept, were pre-loaded
detachable lower fuselage sections should be coupled to the transport aircraft, so forming a fuselage with
conventional cross section. The similarity of the nose section to the Boeing 707 isn't purely accidental, as using
existing components should make this system feasible easily and fast.
(From Aviation Week 14th November 1960)
 

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An interesting idea. Of course, that type of modularity is probably best justified by an aircraft that has to change roles quickly (e.g. sensor packages/auxiliary fuel tanks on a UAV).

What I find disturbing is the branding... put a 'star-' prefix everywhere... and you have a starccess, I guess? ;)
 

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