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Re: Image comments for Antonov AN-225 with Russian shuttle Buran
Posted by: 90130_
Date: 03/10/2006 03:35PM
The primary goal was to create an open area behind the shuttle when it is released, so there is no danger of it striking the tail surfaces. Conversely, it also allows for easier loading of the shuttle onto the AN-225's fuselage hardpoints. Finally, the control surfaces would have to be much larger in proportion if there were only one vertical stabilizer, rudder, and elevator. The horizontal stabilizer is actually larger than the wingspan of many commercial jets!
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