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A striking Panavia Tornado IDS in German Air Force commemorative 'First Flight' livery, celebrating 50 years of the Tornado program, caught on static display.
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Spotter's notes
This livery and the refitted airframe present a unique spotting opportunity, as most Tornados are fast being retired from service.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
PA200
Model
Tornado IDS
Manufacturer
Panavia
Airline
German Air Force (Luftwaffe)
Livery
Special 50 Years First Flight Anniversary Livery (German Air Force)
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Turbo-Union RB199
Thrust
2 x 40 kN (dry), 2 x 73 kN (with afterburner)
Wingspan
13.91 m (spread)
Length
16.72 m
Height
5.95 m
MTOW
28,000 kg
Range
1,390 km (combat radius), 2,780 km (ferry range)
Capacity
2 (crew)
Cruise Speed
900 km/h (Mach 0.8), Maximum speed: Mach 2.2 (2,400 km/h) at altitude
Noise Rating
Not specified, but military jets typically exceed 120 dB; not rated under ICAO civil standards