The Navy’s New CMV-22B Has Been Declared Operational Despite Operational Concerns

What did I just read? Except for VTO ability and a belly big enough to carry the f135 power module, this 22B is not ready for prime time? Lower ceiling, lower range, lower cargo weight (by 4000lbs) than the 2A. I've COD'd off flat decks a number of times into Narita, Singapore, Cubi, others.. Once you clear the cat, the 2A is a big ugly box that feels safe and comfortable. Never boarded an Osprey variant. They look kind of gee whiz. But will they fill every niche?

MSgt Danny Hope
"The Navy’s new carrier onboard delivery (COD) variant of the V-22 Osprey was given the green light for initial operational capability last December while on its maiden deployment on an aircraft carrier. But concerns remain about the tilt-rotor’s readiness and some of its communications equipment."...