World's Greatest Payload C-5m Super Galaxy Set World Record - Lockheed Martin

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MARIETTA, Ga., USA -- The C-5M Super Galaxy was loaded with pallets totaling 176,450 pounds (representing only 62% of the C-5M's maximum payload capability) on September 13, 2009, when the Dover Air Force Base, Del., aircrew departed on a mission that set the new world record for the Greatest payload.

The previous world record for the Greatest payload was 161,023 pounds set in 1993.

This weight exceeds the capability of any other Air Force airlifter, yet represents only 62% of the C-5M's maximum payload capability.

The Dover Air Force Base, Del., aircrew departed on a mission that set a total of 41 world records. This was the first of those world records.

"We are very thankful for the support from the U.S. Air Force and Team Dover for making these records possible," said Lorraine Martin, Lockheed Martin C-5 program vice president. "The world record-breaking capabilities of C-5M are ensuring the warfighters receive the support they need to accomplish their mission."

The C-5M is a modernized version of the A, B and C models of the C-5 and has redefined strategic airlift with ...
... its unique capabilities and increased reliability. It is also the most cost-effective upgrade for the taxpayer. The modernization program literally pays for itself through operational and maintenance savings.