| Aircraft | |
|---|---|
| Registration / Serial: | 85-0004 |
| Alternate Serial: | 50004 |
| Aircraft Original Type: | Lockheed C-5 Galaxy |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | Lockheed C-5 Galaxy |
| Aircraft Version: | Lockheed C-5B Galaxy (L-500) |
| C/n (msn): | 500-90 |
| Operator Titles: | USA - Air Force |
| Unit Markings: | 436 AW / 512 AW / AMC |
| Location | |
|---|---|
| City / Airport: | MildenhallMap |
| Region / Country: | England, United Kingdom |
| Airport Codes: | ICAO: EGUN IATA: MHZ Local: - Other: - |
| Photo Date: | 18 January 2024 |
| Photo by: | Jerry Ridout |
| Photo ID: | 644169 |
| Photo Comment |
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AMC started to have all C-5A/B/C converted in 1998, this airframe 50004 was the first to be completed. Upgrade consisted of 4x new GE CF6-80C2 engines, new pylons, auxiliary power units, and upgrades to aircraft skin / frame, landing gear, cockpit and pressurisation systems. This photo is copyright © Jerry Ridout, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 19 January 2024, and has since been viewed 84 times. |