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Spotter's notes
In 1998, a distant cousin was leaving the Navy as a Rear Admiral. Before he left, he invited some family members aboard an active aircraft carrier. This Greyhound is what we flew aboard the carrier in. Sitting backwards in the aircraft, we caught the wire aboard the USS Constellation CV64. Toured the ship, met the crew, witnessed landings, takeoffs and stayed aboard for 24hrs. Next day, using the same greyhound we launched off the deck. Hour or so later we landed back at NAS North Island. Literally an unforgettable experience.
Aircraft identity
Registration
162154
ICAO Type
C2GR
Model
C-2A Greyhound
Manufacturer
Grumman
Airline
United States Navy
Livery
United States Navy – VRC-50 Det RW
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
2 × Allison T56-A-425 turboprops
Thrust
Each engine: 4,910 kW (6,580 shp)
Wingspan
24.56 m
Length
17.32 m
Height
4.85 m
MTOW
24,655 kg
Range
2,400 km
Capacity
26 passengers or 4,536 kg cargo
Cruise Speed
460 km/h
Noise Rating
Around 83 EPNdB (ICAO Chapter 3)
Location
Airport Code
NZY/KNZY
Airport Name
North Island Naval Air Station-Halsey Field