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Lockheed C-141 Starlifter specs, size & range

The Lockheed C-141 Starlifter (ICAO code C141) is a landplane with 4 jet engines in the heavy wake-turbulence category.

Landplane with 4 jet engines Wake category: Heavy Airliners & big jets
Lockheed C-141 Starlifter
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C-141 Starlifter specifications

Approach speed
129 kn (239 km/h)
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The Lockheed C-141 Starlifter is a landplane with 4 jet engines built by Lockheed. Air-traffic control and flight-tracking sites identify it by the ICAO type code C141. It belongs to the heavy wake-turbulence category, so aircraft landing or taking off behind it must keep extra separation.

C-141 Starlifter speed and range

On final approach it flies at around 129 knots (239 km/h).

Aircraft similar to the C-141 Starlifter

Comparable airliners & big jets include McDonnell Douglas DC-8-70, Airbus A330-200, Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker (TF33 engines) and Boeing 747-400D.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code of the Lockheed C-141 Starlifter?

C141 — the code used in flight plans and on flight-tracking sites.

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