Lockheed C-5 Galaxy
Lockheed · C5
A RECAT B jet with 4 engines. Cruises at about 430 kts. Has a 160 kt approach speed, coming in fast. Requires about 15.8k ft of field length for takeoff.
4x JetHeavyRECAT BFL370 ceilingILS capable
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engines | 4 x Jet |
| Weight class | Heavy (H) |
| RECAT-EU category | B (Upper heavy) |
| Service ceiling | 37,000 ft (FL370) |
| Max climb rate | 1,500 fpm |
| Max descent rate | 3,000 fpm |
Speed envelope
Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum speed | 150 kts |
| Landing speed | 160 kts |
| Cruise speed | ~430 kts TAS |
| Maximum speed | M0.77 (~510 kts TAS) |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 15,798 ft / 2.60 nm / 4,815 m |
| Landing field length | 7,291 ft / 1.20 nm / 2,222 m |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 3 |
Where you'll see it
The Lockheed C-5 Galaxy is a military transport aircraft. You'll occasionally see military traffic transiting through en-route airspace.