Tupolev Tu-154 Careless

Summary

Category Transport aircraft
Origin country 🇨🇳 Ex-USSR
First flight4 October 1968
Year of introduction1972
Number produced1026 units

Description

The Tupolev Tu-154 Careless is a military aircraft developed for diverse operational requirements. Designed by the Soviet Union's Tupolev Design Bureau, it first flew in October 1968. The aircraft was initially deployed for civilian purposes, functioning as a medium-range airliner, but later adapted for military use. Throughout its service, the Tu-154 Careless was utilized for various missions, such as troop transport, cargo transportation, and aerial monitoring. This versatile aircraft could operate in a range of environments, including challenging weather conditions and rough terrain. With its extensive operational history, the Tu-154 Careless has proved to be a durable and adaptable military aircraft.

Technical specifications

Version: Tu-155
Maximum speed 900 km/h (559 mph)
Service ceiling13000 m (42651 ft)
Powerplant2 × turbojets Kuznetsov NK-82 delivering 9500 kgp plus un NK-88

Current operating countries

Country Units
China China 9
Russia Russia 4

Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.

All operators

BulgariaChinaCubaCzech Republic • Ex-East Germany • GermanyEthiopiaKyrgyzstanMongoliaPolandRussiaSlovakia • Ex-Czechoslovakia • Ukraine • Ex-USSR • Yemen