MilitaryIl-78 Midas
Transport Aircraftconfirmed
The Il-78 Midas is a Soviet-designed four-engine aerial refueling tanker aircraft, derived from the Il-76 strategic airlifter. It is primarily used to provide in-flight refueling for combat aircraft and can also serve as a heavy transport.
Specifications
| Type | Transport Aircraft |
| Origin | Soviet Union |
| Manufacturer | Ilyushin |
| Introduced | 1987 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 850 km/h |
| Range | 9,700 km |
| Crew | 6 |
| Weight | 210 t |
History
Developed in the Soviet Union in 1987, it is based on the Il-76 transport aircraft and has seen widespread service with various air forces.
Operators
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