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A rare sighting of the unique Airbus A300-600ST 'Beluga' - registration F-GSTC - at a major airport, sporting the 'Think Mobility' livery.
© Raid_nations02
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Spotter's notes
The Beluga fleet is being gradually replaced by the larger BelugaXL but remains an iconic aircraft for aviation fans due to its whale-like appearance and logistical importance.
Aircraft identity
Registration
F-GSTC
ICAO Type
A3ST
Model
A300-600ST Super Transporter Beluga
Manufacturer
Airbus
Airline
Airbus Transport International
Airline Code
BGA / 4Y
Livery
Airbus 'Think Mobility' with company colors
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
General Electric CF6-80C2A8
Thrust
2 × 267.9 kN (60,000 lbf)
Wingspan
44.84 m
Length
56.16 m
Height
17.25 m
MTOW
155,000 kg
Range
1,667 km (max payload)
Capacity
47,000 kg cargo
Cruise Speed
737 km/h
Noise Rating
Approaches ICAO Chapter 3 (~95-100 dB at takeoff)