NOTES:

Specifications given below are from actual aircraft data. FS aircraft may have different values.

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Aircraft for'Category 3, 4 and 5' are based in Hangar Bravo.

HANGAR INDEX

• CATEGORY-1 AIRCRAFT - Authorized for all pilot ranks
• CATEGORY-2 AIRCRAFT - Authorized for 'First Officer' rank and above
• CATEGORY-3 AIRCRAFT - Authorized for 'Senior First Officer' rank and above
• CATEGORY-4 AIRCRAFT - Authorized for 'Captain II' rank and above
• CATEGORY-5 AIRCRAFT - Authorized for 'Senior Captain II' rank and above

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CATEGORY-1 AIRCRAFT

Authorized for all pilot ranks

 

• Beech C-12 Huron: Originated from Beech King Air, this aircraft is primarily used by the US Army as a VIP transport. At Mil-Air we utilize this aircraft for short to medium local routes with multiple stops. Missions included are Utility, Elint, ESM, Sigint, etc. [ENGINES: Two 850shp P&W turboprops, RANGE: 1790nm, SPEED: 265kt max.]

   

• DHC-5 Buffalo: This STOL tactical transport aircraft (initially called Caribou II) was specifically made to meet US Army duties. Buffalo can carry upto 41 equipped troops and takeoff from a 1000' runway. Mil-Air aircraft can accommodate 35 paratroops or 24 stretchers. [ENGINES: Two 3133shp GE turboprops, RANGE: with ferry tanks 3300nm, SPEED: 252kt max.]

   

• BAe/HS Andover C Mk1: This RAF military transport version of the Hawker Siddeley 748 airliner, is lengthened by 10 ft, with rear loading ramp. With considerably more powerful engines, it has a unique short field performance. [ENGINES: Two 3245ehp Rolls-Royce turboprops, RANGE: 1955nm, SPEED: 265kt]

   

• Beech T-1A Jayhawk: This medium-range, twin engine jet trainer is used by Air Education and Training Command to train student pilots to fly airlift or tanker aircraft. It is a version of the Beech 400A (Raytheon Corp.). T-1 differs from the 400A in having fewer cabin windows, greater fuel capacity, TACAN, etc. [ENGINES: Two 2900lb P&W turbofans, RANGE: 1930nm, SPEED: 468kt max.]

   

• Mil-Air Learjet 45: In addition to a highly detailed landing gear, this aircraft also has visible working flaps, spoilers, running lights and both red and white strobes. Also, when you shut the engines down, you will notice that the fan blades become visible. [ENGINES: Two 3500lb Allied Signal Turbofans, RANGE: 2200nm, SPEED: M 0.81 max.]

   

• Learjet 60: With its powerful Pratt & Whitneys this civilian Learjet proved to be one of the most fuel efficient mid sized business jets, and has a true transcontinental reach. It is certified to a ceiling of 51,000 ft. In Mil-Air this aircraft is used for VIP missions. [ENGINES: Two 4600lb P&W turbofans, RANGE: 2409nm, SPEED: 453kt max.]

   

• Alenia G-222: Italian made G222 (designated C 27A "Spartan") is a tactical transport aircraft, and modified for USAF specifications. It can carry 46 troops or 10 tonne load. [ENGINES: Two 3400shp GE turboprops, RANGE: Full payload range of 740nm or 1350nm with 36 litters and four attendants, SPEED: 292kt max.]

   

• CASA C-212 Aviocar: The Aviocar is a STOL light transport aircraft built by CASA of Spain, It is the best seller aircraft in his class around the world. This Mil-Air aircraft belongs to 461 Sqdn, based at Gando Air Base, Canary Islands. Its takeoff run is 1260'. [ENGINES: Two 900shp Garrett turboprops, RANGE: 775nm, SPEED: 197kt max.]

   

• Transall C-160: The Transall C-160 was developed originally to meet the tactical transport requirements of the French and German air forces, with final assembly lines in both countries. It can carry up to 93 equipped troops. C-160 can airdrop an 8 tonne load. [ENGINES: Two 6100ehp RR turboprops, RANGE: 2750nm, SPEED: 277kt max.]

   

• CASA-Nurtanio CN-235: The CN-235 is a tough, simple, cost-effective twin turboprop featuring a pressurized cabin as well as a large rear freight door with ramp. Mil-Air obtained this ex Ejercito de Chile aircraft for passenger and light transport duties. [ENGINES: Two 1750shp GE turboprops, RANGE: 810nm, SPEED: 248kt max.]

   

• Antonov AN-12 Cub: Made in Ukraine, this veteran aircraft can carry up to 20 tonnes of freight or 90 equipped troops. Its takeoff run is 2296'. Mil-Air 'Cubs' are based in its IGL, ICK and DIO bases. [ENGINES: Four 4000ehp Ivchenko (Progress) turboprops, RANGE: 3075nm with max fuel, SPEED: 420kt max.]

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  CATEGORY-2 AIRCRAFT

Authorized for 'First Officer' rank and above

• BAe Nimrod MR2: This aircraft represent Long-Range Maritime Patrol / Elint Aircraft of the 42 (Reserve) Sqn, Kinloss Scotland. It has a crew of 12 - 2 pilots, Flight engineer, Navigator, Tactical Navigator, Radio operator, 2 sonic system operators, ESM/MAD operator and 2 observers/loaders. [ENGINES: Four 12140lb Rolls-Royce turbofans, RANGE: 5000nm, SPEED: 475kt max.]

• Antonov AN- 74 'Coaler': The Ukranian built AN-74 is used as STOL Transport. Its high mounted engines produce extra lift by blowing the engine gases over the wing and avoid sucking in dirt from the ground. [ENGINES: Two 14330lb ZMKB Progress turbofans. RANGE: 2590nm, SPEED: 380kt max.]

   

• Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker: This USAF air-to-air refuelling aircraft [from Grissom Air Force Reserve] is carrying fuel in belly and wing tanks. Its fuel capacity is 203288lb. [ENGINES: Four 22000lb CFM turbofans, RANGE: 2500nm operational radius, SPEED: 530kt]

   

• Dassault Falcon 900: This Royal Australian Air Force aircraft of 34SQN is used for the VIP transport. Developed from Falcon 50 trijet, it can carry up to 18 passengers plus two crew. [ENGINES: Three 4500lb Garrett (now Allied Signal) turbofans, RANGE: 3900nm, SPEED: 500kt]

   

• GulfStream IV: This multirole surveillance aircraft from JASDF (Iruma AB) can carry up to 19 passengers. In USAF it is identified as C-20. It also has ASW, maritime patrol and Elint capabilities. [ENGINES: Two 13850lb Rolls-Royce turbofans, RANGE: 4220nm, SPEED: 460kt]

   

• VIP Learjet 35 / C-21: At Mil-Air this aircraft is used to transport military VIPs and their support staff. Although capable of intercontinental flights, Mil-Air routinely utilizes it for short to medium routes with multiple stops. [ENGINES: Two 3500lb Garrett turbofans, RANGE: with 8 persons over 2195nm, SPEED: 471kt max.]

   

• Kawasaki C-1: This tactical transport aircraft is operated behalf of JASDF. Made by Kawasaki Jyuukou and Mitsubishi MHI, Ishikawajima Harima (IHI) of Japan. Takeoff run is 600m and landing run is 460m. It can carry up to 60 equipped troops. [ENGINES: Two 14500lb P&W turbofans, RANGE: 1810nm, SPEED: 435kt max.]

   

• Lockheed C-130E Hercules: One of the best cargo/troop transports designed in the world, C-130E is used for missions to various locations around the globe. Its ability to land on short and under developed runways is legendary. Mil-Air is under contract to deliver supplies to regional areas around the world and uses this aircraft for those hard to reach destinations. [ENGINES: Four 4050shp Allison turboprops, RANGE: 4085nm, SPEED: 320kt max.]

   

• Boeing T-43: The USAF T-43 was originally designed as a navigator trainer. But due to the increased demand for support persons around the globe it is used at Mil-Air as a medium range passenger transport. Basically a Boeing 737-200 series, it should be a familiar aircraft to those with flight sim experience. [ENGINES: Two 14500lb P&W turbofans, RANGE: 2300nm, SPEED: 509kt max.]

   

• MD C-17 Globemaster: Very versatile C17 has super short field capabilities with long range performances. It combines the size of a C-141, the fuselage diameter of a C-5 with the STOL capability of a C-130. This aircraft will try your flying abilities while climbing to high cruise altitudes. [ENGINES: Four 40700lb P&W turbofans, RANGE: loaded-2800nm, ferry-5095nm, SPEED: 350kt max.]

   

• Lockheed C-141A Starlifter: Another mainstay of the USAF, C-141 is used for long distance troop and equipment deployment. Mil-Air uses this aircraft to fulfill its contracts in regional and international flights. [ENGINES: Four 21000lb P&W turbofans, RANGE: 2550nm (max payload) or 5550nm (Ferry range), SPEED: 492kt max.]

   

• MD C-9 Nightingale: The primary purpose of this aircraft is for medical transports. Owned by the United States Air Force, Mil-Air holds several contracts on missions where an influx of patients need to be airlifted to regional hospitals. Originally a DC-9 Series 50, modifications were made under USAF specifications. [ENGINES: Two 14500lb P&W turbofans, RANGE: 2538nm, SPEED: 505kt max.]

   

• Boeing C-32: This aircraft is mainly used to transport non-combat personnel and VIPs to locations around the world. Actually a Boeing 757, it can carry 214 to 239 persons depending on the configuration. C-32 is mostly based in Mil-Air's ADW base. [ENGINES: Two 41700lb P&W turbofans, RANGE: with 186 persons-2980nm, with max fuel-4000nm, SPEED: 493kt max.]

   

• Vickers VC10 C1: This VC10 C1 belongs to RAF No.10 Sqn based at Brize Norton, sporting the new grey colour scheme that is being applied to all VC10's in RAF service. It has seating for 150. In tanker configuration it can carry up to 80000kg of fuel. [ENGINES: Four 21800lb RR turbofans, RANGE: 3385nm, SPEED: 505kt max.]

   

• Airbus A320-200: Aircraft is based upon the concepts of the proven A300 and A310. The aircraft, just as its predecessors, is made by the various Airbus partners, those being BAe (24%), Areospatiale (34%), Deutsche Airbus (35%), CASA (5%) and Belairbus (2%). The A320 uses Airbus's unique sidestick controls, fly by wire control systems and the now common "Glass Cockpit". [ENGINES: Two 25000lb CFM 56-5A1 turbofans, RANGE: 3000nm, SPEED: 487kt max.] Note: The A320 file given here is for FS2000.

   

• Airbus A310-300: Aircraft is based upon the concepts of proven A300. This German Air Force Airbus A310-304 is in new livery and based in Dresden (Germany). Operated for Luftwaffe Dasa/Elbeflugzeugwerke it is used for military flights around the world. Developed from original A300B airliner, A310 with its short fuselage provides the flexibility of high performance modern aircraft for Mil-Air flights. [ENGINES: Two 53500lb CF6 turbofans, RANGE: 4310nm, SPEED: 484kt max.]

   

• Douglas DC-8-72F: Operating for Escadron de Transport "Esterel" of French Armée de l'Air, this DC-8 mainly being used for strategic and VIP transport. France is the largest military operator of DC-8 Super 70 aircraft, which is a re-engined Super 60. Mil-Air has been given the operating rights of this very rare aircraft on behalf of French requirements. [ENGINES: Four 22000lb CFM56 turbofans, RANGE: 4830nm, SPEED: 479kt max.]

   

'Category 3, 4 and 5' Aircraft are based in Hangar Bravo

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