Lockheed C-140A JetStar

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A United States Air Force Lockheed C-140A JetStar sits on display in bright sunshine, showing its distinctive rear-mounted engine nacelles and swept tail.

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Aircraft

C-140A JetStar LJ24

United States Air Force white and gold scheme

Manufacturer

Lockheed

Gear

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Photo grade

Silver

Score: 82.0

Nice crisp side profile; busy background and harsh midday sun lessen drama but great registration and detail.

Location

March Air Reserve Base

RIV/KRIV

33.8810, -117.2660

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March Air Reserve Base RIV

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Aviation History

The Lockheed JetStar was one of the first purpose-built business jets to enter service. The C-140A was the USAF flight-inspection variant.

Fleet Rarity

The JetStar is a retired type, with fewer than 200 active airframes worldwide.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney JT12A-8

Engine

16.59 m

Wingspan

18.41 m

Length

4,825 km

Range

883 km/h

Speed

10 passengers

Capacity

20,185 kg

MTOW

6.22 m

Height

14.7 kN (3,300 lbf) per engine

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