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A rare Antonov An-124 Ruslan heavy transport, seen high overhead with its unmistakable multi-wheel main gears and swept wings.
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C5 Super Galaxy
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
C5
Model
C-5 Super Galaxy
Manufacturer
Lockheed (Lockheed Martin)
Airline
United States Air Force
Livery
Standard U.S. Air Force grey (not special or retro)
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
General Electric CF6-80C2 (C-5M variant), or General Electric TF39-GE-1C (older variants)
Thrust
222.4 kN (50,000 lbf) per engine (C-5M)
Wingspan
67.89 meters
Length
75.31 meters
Height
19.84 meters
MTOW
381,018 kilograms
Range
11,000 kilometers (with maximum payload 4,800 km)
Capacity
Gross payload: 127,459 kilograms
Cruise Speed
918 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating
Stage 4/Chapter 4 ICAO-compliant (C-5M), up to 105 dB on takeoff
Camera
Device
Nikon D3300
Lens
55-300mm