C-38 Courier

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The C-38 Courier is a multipurpose military transport aircraft, jointly developed by the Israeli firms Israel Aircraft Industries Ltd. and Galaxy Aerospace Corporation. This robust aircraft was designed using the commercial Astra SPX as its foundation.

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Development and Purpose

Specifically engineered to serve the diverse needs of the U.S. National Guard, the C-38 Courier is tasked with executing a wide array of missions. Its design leverages the proven capabilities of the Astra SPX commercial jet, adapting it for military roles.

Service and Deployment

Serial production of the C-38 Courier commenced in 1997, marking a significant step in its operational readiness. The first two aircraft officially entered service with the National Guard on April 17, 1998. This model was intended to replace the aging C-21 aircraft in the fleet.

Technical Specifications

Modification	S-38A
Wingspan, m	16.64
Aircraft length, m	16.96
Aircraft height, m	5.54
Wing area, m2	29.41
Empty weight	6210
Maximum takeoff weight, kg	11179
Internal fuel	4247
Engine type	2 Turbofan AlliedSignal TFE 731-40R-200G
Thrust, kN	2 x
Cruising speed, km/h	867
Practical range, km	5465
Practical ceiling, m	13716
Crew, crew	2
Payload	11 passengers or 1496 kg of cargo (typical load) or 4247 kg of cargo (maximum load)

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C-38 Courier military transport aircraft

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