Tupolev Tu-154B-2

21 Apr 2026 · © Siliconserver

Classic Tupolev Tu-154B-2 in Malev retro colors on display at Sinsheim, representing Cold War-era Eastern European aviation.

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Kiwi Aviation · 21 Apr 2026

Stunning shot!

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Aircraft

Tu-154B-2 TU5

Malev Hungarian Airlines retro livery

HA-LBH

Registration

Airline

Malev Hungarian Airlines

MAH / MA

Manufacturer

Tupolev

Gear

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Achievements

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Aviation History

The Tupolev Tu-154 was the backbone of Soviet and Eastern Bloc medium and long-haul jet travel from 1972 into the late 2000s. This Malev jet is one of few preserved examples in Europe.

Fleet Rarity

One of very few Tu-154s preserved in a major airline livery outside of the former USSR; Malev only operated a small fleet.

Record Flights

Used on Malev\'s longest European routes and sometimes as far as North Africa and the Middle East.

Safety & Events

Tu-154s have been involved in a number of incidents over the years due to their widespread use in challenging conditions. HA-LBH itself served Malev reliably with no significant incidents.

Future Outlook

Preserved as a museum exhibit at Sinsheim Auto & Technik Museum, Germany.

Specifications

Kuznetsov NK-8-2U

Engine

37.55 m

Wingspan

47.90 m

Length

5,280 km

Range

900 km/h

Speed

164 passengers

Capacity

98,000 kg

MTOW

11.40 m

Height

3 x 10,500 kgf (103 kN) each

Thrust

Varies (often ICAO Chapter 2, 101-107 dB for this era)

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