Lockheed Martin C-5M Super Galaxy

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05 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

From Travis Air Force Base (tail marking), used for global heavy lift and outsized cargo missions.

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Aircraft

C-5M Super Galaxy C5M

US Air Force - AMC Travis AFB

60023

Registration

Airline

United States Air Force (AMC - Air Mobility Command)

Manufacturer

Lockheed Martin

Insights

Aviation History

One of the largest military transports in the world, essential for US and allied strategic airlift

Fleet Rarity

Fewer than 55 active worldwide; only flown by the United States Air Force

Record Flights

C-5 models have delivered outsize cargo to remote locations, including Antarctica and war zones

Safety & Events

Extensive global use; several non-fatal emergency landings in history due to technical issues

Future Outlook

In active service, but will eventually be supplemented/replaced by newer airlifters

Specifications

General Electric CF6-80C2

Engine

67.89 meters

Wingspan

75.31 meters

Length

8,890 kilometers

Range

922 kilometers per hour

Speed

Up to 281,000 lb (127,460 kg) cargo

Capacity

381,018 kilograms

MTOW

19.84 meters

Height

225 kN (50,700 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3 - ~102 dB on takeoff

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