Air Tractor AT-802U Sky Warden

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Aircraft

AT-802U Sky Warden AT-802U

Military low-visibility grey camouflage

Manufacturer

Air Tractor

Gear

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Apple iPhone 15 Pro back triple camera 9mm f/2.8

Achievements

Turboprop Tracker, Rare Bird, Airbus Aficionado, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Score: 57.0

Interesting camo planes but the photo is soft with heavy noise; truck partially blocks the front subject, reducing impact.

Location

OKC Will Rogers World Airport

OKC/KOKC

35.3934, -97.5983

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OKC Will Rogers World Airport OKC

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The AT-802U Sky Warden is a militarized version of the agricultural AT-802, selected for the U.S. Special Operations Command\'s Armed Overwatch program in the 2020s.

Fleet Rarity

Still relatively rare as a military platform, with initial SOCOM orders for up to 75 airframes.

Record Flights

Not applicable; used for light attack, ISR, and short-field operations rather than record flights.

Safety & Events

Entered SOCOM service as a low-cost, durable alternative for irregular and counterinsurgency missions.

Future Outlook

Currently in active production and introduction to service as of 2024.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-67F turboprop

Engine

18.0 meters

Wingspan

11.0 meters

Length

2,414 kilometers

Range

367 kilometers per hour

Speed

2 (pilot and observer, configurable for surveillance/weapons payload)

Capacity

7,257 kilograms

MTOW

3.35 meters

Height

1,600 shp (shaft horsepower)

Thrust

Not officially rated / Military aircraft

Noise