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A rare sighting of a U.S. Air Force KC-10 Extender aerial refueling tanker on the ramp, showing its distinctive trijet configuration.
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Spotter's notes
Red engine covers are used for ground protection. The 60th/349th AMW at Travis AFB/CA operate some of the last KC-10s; the pictured aircraft may soon be retired.
Aircraft identity
Registration
0191
ICAO Type
KC-10
Model
KC-10 Extender
Manufacturer
McDonnell Douglas
Airline
U.S. Air Force
Livery
U.S. Air Force grey, 60th Air Mobility Wing / 349th Air Mobility Wing markings
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
General Electric CF6-50C2
Thrust
3 x 233 kN (52,500 lbf) each
Wingspan
50.41 m
Length
55.35 m
Height
17.7 m
MTOW
267,620 kg
Range
7,080 km (with max payload)
Capacity
Up to 75 personnel plus 170,000 kg fuel or mix of cargo
Cruise Speed
908 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 3 (older standard); 94â99 EPNdB at takeoff