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C-220 Tanker

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History

The C-220 Tanker is a military transport aircraft developed in the early 1990s by the United States Air Force. It was designed to provide aerial refueling for fighter aircraft, and was first deployed in 1996. The C-220 Tanker was an immediate success, and was used in the Balkan conflict and other operations throughout the world. The C-220 Tanker was designed to be a highly maneuverable and reliable aircraft, capable of carrying large amounts of fuel and cargo. It was equipped with two powerful engines, and could carry up to 20,000 pounds of fuel. The aircraft was also designed to be highly resistant to damage, and its fuel tanks were designed to be self-sealing in the event of a crash. The C-220 Tanker has seen extensive use in the Middle East, in both Iraq and Afghanistan. It has been used to transport troops and supplies, and to provide aerial refueling to fighter aircraft during combat missions. The aircraft has also been used in humanitarian missions, providing medical supplies and other aid to areas in need. The C-220 Tanker has been continually upgraded over the years, and its design has been modified to meet the changing needs of the military. It has become one of the most reliable and versatile transport aircraft in the world, and is still in service today.

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General Characteristics

  • Created On Android
  • Wingspan 81.6ft (24.9m)
  • Length 74.8ft (22.8m)
  • Height 26.8ft (8.2m)
  • Empty Weight 42,627lbs (19,335kg)
  • Loaded Weight 42,627lbs (19,335kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 6.326
  • Wing Loading 48.7lbs/ft2 (237.8kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 875.2ft2 (81.3m2)
  • Drag Points 22919

Parts

  • Number of Parts 148
  • Control Surfaces 8
  • Performance Cost 668