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Rare Boeing E-3 Sentry AWACS of the U.S. Air Force seen taxiing at dusk, its radar dome clearly silhouetted against the evening sky.
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Spotter's notes
Aircraft is from Tinker AFB (OK tail code), operating shortly after sunset. The unique rotating radar dome is characteristic of all E-3 Sentry models.
Aircraft identity
Registration
00556
ICAO Type
E3CF
Model
E-3 Sentry (AWACS)
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
U.S. Air Force
Livery
U.S. Air Force
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
CFM International CFM56-2
Thrust
97 kN (21,600 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
44.42 m
Length
46.61 m
Height
12.73 m
MTOW
151,955 kg
Range
7,400 km
Capacity
19 crew (flight and mission)
Cruise Speed
800 km/h
Noise Rating
Around 94-98 dB (varies by engine/phase), ICAO Chapter 3
Location
Airport Code
PIK/EGPK
Airport Name
Glasgow Prestwick Airport