| Aircraft | |
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| Registration / Serial: | 61-2667 |
| Alternate Serial: | AF61-667 |
| Military Code: | OF |
| Aircraft Original Type: | Boeing C-135 Stratotanker |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | Boeing C-135 Stratotanker/Stratolifter |
| Aircraft Version: | Boeing WC-135W |
| C/n (msn): | 18343 |
| Operator Titles: | USA - Air Force |
| Location | |
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| City / Airport: | LakenheathMap |
| Region / Country: | England, United Kingdom |
| Airport Codes: | ICAO: EGUL IATA: LKZ Local: - Other: - |
| Photo Date: | 12 April 2022 |
| Photo by: | Jerry Ridout |
| Photo ID: | 453256 |
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USAF WC-135W was originally produced as C-135B, converted to WC-135B and later upgraded to WC-135W as we see today. This aircraft initially has same equipment as RC135 V/W, though additionally installed with an on-board atmospheric collection suite, allowing mission crew to detect radioactive debris 'clouds' in real time. The last of its kind, destined to be retired over the next six to twelve months, dependant on world peace status. This photo is copyright © Jerry Ridout, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 13 April 2022, and has since been viewed 372 times. |