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A classic pair of Malév Hungarian Airlines Ilyushin Il-18s preserved at Budapest Airport, a rare sight for fans of historical Soviet-era aviation.
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Spotter's notes
HA-LBC and HA-LBE are both preserved and serve as iconic reminders of Malév's early jet age era. Their blue and white livery is well known among European classic airliner enthusiasts.
Aircraft identity
Registration
HA-LBC, HA-LBE
ICAO Type
IL18
Model
Il-18
Manufacturer
Ilyushin
Airline
Malév Hungarian Airlines (historic)
Livery
Classic Malev Hungarian Airlines livery
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Ivchenko AI-20
Thrust
Turbo-prop: 2,985 kW (4,000 shp) each
Wingspan
37.42 meters
Length
35.9 meters
Height
10.17 meters
MTOW
64,000 kg
Range
6,500 km
Capacity
89 passengers (typical), up to 120 (high-density seating)
Cruise Speed
675 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 2 (no specific decibel, older regulations)