Why The World’s Largest Military Transport Aircraft Doesn’t Use Winglets

Winglets have become ubiquitous on the modern airliners found at the busiest airports around the world in 2026. These small upward curved wing tip additions are more than just sporty-looking flares for modern jetliners. They are very valuable aerodynamic features as they significantly improve the efficiency of the wing design to improve fuel burn and handling characteristics on the latest and greatest jetliners.