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East German Air Force Mil Mi-24 Hind on display, a fearsome Soviet-era armored gunship and troop carrier.
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East German Air Force Mil Mi-24 Hind on display, a fearsome Soviet-era armored gunship and troop carrier.
Aircraft identity
Registration
406
ICAO Type
MI24
Model
Mi-24 Hind
Manufacturer
Mil
Livery
East German Air Force with warning and insignia markings
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
2 Ã Klimov TV3-117 turboshaft engines
Thrust
1,641 kW (2,200 shp) each (shaft horsepower, not thrust)
Wingspan
Main rotor diameter: 17.3 m
Length
17.5 m
Height
6.5 m
MTOW
12,000 kg
Range
450 km (combat radius) / 995 km (ferry range)
Capacity
Up to 8 troops (plus crew of 2â3); armament-dependent
Cruise Speed
270 km/h
Noise Rating
N/A, not civil rated; military helicopter
Location
Airport Code
DMA/KDMA
Airport Name
Davis Monthan Air Force Base
Viewing Spot
E. Valencia Rd.
Camera
Device
iPhone 17 Pro Max