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The C-5 Galaxy is the largest airlifter in the U.S. Air Force inventory, with unmatched cargo volume and payload capacity. It can project greater combat payloads over longer distances than any other airlifter. It is also the only aircraft capable of carrying 100 percent of certified air-transportable cargo. The C-5 was built with unit integrity in mind – offering a full load of combat equipment in the cargo bay as well as support personnel in the dedicated troop compartment above the cargo bay. It is designed to perform both strategic and tactical missions, with the ability to take off and land in distances as short as 5,000 ft.
The C-5s unique ability to open both the front and rear of the cargo bay and kneel enables a true drive-on/drive-off capability, allowing equipment to roll of combat-ready. It has exceptional ground handling abilities and a weight distribution footprint similar to that of a C-130. Four General Electric (GE) TF39 turbofan engines provide 164,000 lb. of thrust on the C-5A/B/C models, and four GE CF6-80C2 engines (military designation F108-GE-100) provide up to 202,000 lb. of thrust on the C-5M, allowing the aircraft to carry strategic loads over strategic distances. With aerial refueling, the C-5 can go anywhere in the world – nonstop.
The C-5 is flown by active duty, Guard and Reserve units of the Air Force and has successfully served the United States and its allies in every major contingency involving strategic interest of our nation and humanity since its first delivery nearly 40 years ago.
Technical Support
For C-5 aircraft technical support, contact our technical support center at (800) 952-6569 or by e-mail at galaxy.support@lmco.com.
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