MilitaryIl-76TD Phalcon
Transport Aircraftconfirmed
The Il-76TD Phalcon is an Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft, based on the Il-76TD transport airframe and equipped with the Israeli IAI Elta EL/M-2075 Phalcon radar system. It provides long-range aerial surveillance, command and control, and battle management capabilities for air defense and offensive operations.
Specifications
| Type | Transport Aircraft |
| Origin | Russia |
| Manufacturer | Ilyushin |
| Introduced | 2009 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 850 km/h |
| Range | 6,000 km |
| Crew | 15 |
| Weight | 190 t |
History
Developed in Russia in 2009, it is a modified version of the Il-76TD transport aircraft, primarily used by the Indian Air Force.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| India | 3 | confirmed |
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