Professional Pilot

AUGUST 5, 2025

A large rear cargo door and modular interior allow quick conversion for cargo or medevac roles. Max cruise is 290 kts, and the service ceiling is 30,000 ft. The aircraft retains a maximum ceiling of 34,000 ft and offers an increased full-fuel payload of 1150 lb – 50 lb more than the previous GX model.

Jet

AV Web

OCTOBER 3, 2024

A Bonanza was in front of me, to the rear were a Baron, a Saratoga, Cessna 185 on floats, and another Baron, each piled almost to the ceiling with aid supplies. The line of volunteers queued up at my cargo door and a lady reached in, grabbing the first box, and handing it to the volunteer behind her.

Airplanes

Airspeed Junkie

AUGUST 9, 2024

Key Takeaways The Boeing 777, a versatile twin-engine aircraft, has been pivotal in long-haul travel and is known for its capacity to efficiently transport both passengers and cargo. Its ability to carry both passengers and cargo efficiently has made it a favorite among airlines and passengers alike.

Payload

Aerotime

JANUARY 15, 2025

More than 200 of those aircraft remain in service as cargo carriers, and around 50 are still flying passengers today. The pilot would bank the 747 away from the rocket, and after five seconds, it would ignite and take the payload the rest of the distance into orbit. RELATED Cargo giants: which aircraft can carry the most freight?

Cargo

Professional Pilot

APRIL 3, 2025

Cruising at 356 kts with a ceiling above 70,000 ft and 6000-nm-plus range, the U-2 Dragon Lady can remain aloft for more than 12 hours. With 2 pilots, a combat systems officer, and a tactical systems operator, it cruises at 253 kts with a 1500-nm range and 30,000-ft ceiling. Twenty-eight are on active duty. OA-1K Skyraider II.

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