Lockheed Martin C-5M Super Galaxy

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Performing touch and go training at RME

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Aircraft

C-5M Super Galaxy C5M

U.S. Air Force Military Grey

Airline

United States Air Force

RCH (Reach)

Manufacturer

Lockheed Martin

Gear

Canon EOS Rebel T6 EF75-300mm f/4-5.6

Achievements

Cargo King, Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Runway Royalty, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 77.0

Huge C-5 Galaxy is sharp but slightly backlit; gentle profile and busy ramp foreground lower impact.

Location

Perimeter Road

Griffiss International Airport · RME/KRME · Runway 30

43.2317, -75.4000

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Griffiss International Airport RME

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

Largest strategic airlifter in U.S. Air Force inventory; a critical logistics platform since first entering service in 1970 as the C-5A, with modernization as the C-5M Super Galaxy.

Fleet Rarity

Approximately 52 C-5Ms are in USAF service, making it rare relative to other heavy airlifters.

Record Flights

Notable for very long non-stop heavy-lift flights, including supporting Antarctic and warzone operations. Holds several world records for payload-to-altitude and distance.

Safety & Events

Has been involved in some major airlift operations and occasional emergency landings; non-fatal mechanical issues have been reported in the fleet\'s history.

Future Outlook

Expected to serve into the 2040s with the USAF after the C-5M modernization, but will eventually be replaced or retired.

Specifications

General Electric CF6-80C2

Engine

67.89 meters

Wingspan

75.3 meters

Length

7,000 km

Range

919 km/h

Speed

Up to 281,000 lbs (127,000 kg) cargo or 73 passengers in upper deck

Capacity

381,018 kg

MTOW

19.84 meters

Height

4 x 276 kN (62,000 lbf) each

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3 (retrofit upgrades to newer standards)

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