THE AIRFORCE - AIRCRAFT - FALCON 50
Aircraft Stats:
Powerplant: 3 x Garrett TFE 731 turbofans
Speed: 870 kph, 541mph mph
Range: 6 500km, 4,039miles
Seats: 1+8
Length: 18.52m, 60ft 9in
Span: 18.86m, 10ft 10in
Empty Weight: 9 163kg, 20,200lb
Max T/O Weight: 17 600kg, 38,800lb
Period of Service: 1982 - Current
Falcon 50
Status: Current
Manufacturer: Dassault
Country of Manufacture: France
Role: VIP Transport
The two Falcon 50 aircraft (ZS-CAQ and ZS-CAS) were delivered to 21 Squadron during 1982 and 1985 respectively.
An upgrade on both aircraft was carried out at Duncan Aviation in Nebraska, USA during 2005/2006. This consisted of a full interior refurbishment and galley replacement. The engines were upgraded to improve economy, reduce maintenance costs and improve range. The avionics upgrade consisted of a full digital upgrade. The aircraft was also repainted.
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