McDonnell Douglas DC-10-40

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Omega Aerial Refueling Services operates a rare fleet for contract refueling supporting US and allied military training. This is a non-military, but highly specialized, civilian adaptation reflected by the unique livery and markings.

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Aircraft

DC-10-40 DC10

Omega Aerial Refueling Services (Omega Tanker)

N974VV

Registration

Airline

Omega Aerial Refueling Services

OAE

Manufacturer

McDonnell Douglas

Location

Glasgow Prestwick Airport

PIK/EGPK

55.5015, -4.5772

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Glasgow Prestwick Airport PIK

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The DC-10 was a major widebody airliner and later used as a military/civilian tanker. Omega Aerial Refueling is unique as the only commercial air-to-air tanker operator.

Fleet Rarity

One of only a handful of civilian-operated DC-10 tankers in existence.

Record Flights

Omega DC-10s have supported long-distance deployments and major military exercises globally, including over the Atlantic and Pacific.

Safety & Events

Omega DC-10 N974VV once survived an onboard fire in 2011. No fatalities, crew landed safely.

Future Outlook

Active as a commercial tanker as of the 2020s but DC-10s are largely retired from passenger duty.

Specifications

CF6-50C2

Engine

50.4 meters

Wingspan

55.5 meters

Length

6,220 kilometers

Range

908 kilometers per hour

Speed

Typical passenger config: 270, but as tanker: variable

Capacity

251,743 kilograms

MTOW

17.7 meters

Height

233 kN (52,500 lbf) per engine

Thrust

Approx. 103 EPNdB (ICAO Chapter 3)

Noise

Aircraft is civilian-operated but performs a primarily military/support role.