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The E-6B Mercury: America's Doomsday Plane Explained (Boeing, Navy, TACAMO)
Nicknamed the "Doomsday Plane," the E-6B Mercury is shrouded in secrecy. But what exactly is this mysterious Boeing aircraft, and what role does it play in the US military? This video dives into the fascinating history of the E-6B, from its origins as a modified 707 airliner to its present role as a vital link in nuclear command and control. We'll explore its unique capabilities as a TACAMO (Take Charge And Move Out) aircraft, ensuring communication during a crisis.
Here's what you'll discover: How the E-6B Mercury, built by Boeing and maintained by Northrop Grumman, became a key player in nuclear deterrence. What makes this airborne command center so crucial for the US Navy. The What If scenarios this aircraft prepares for. Is it truly the "deadliest plane" in the US arsenal?
Join us as we unveil the secrets of the E-6B Mercury and explore its role in safeguarding national security.
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00:00 Intro
03:20 TACAMO
04:13 E-6A
04:57 Looking Glass E-6B
07:35 E-6B Block II / E-XX
08:40 Outro
General characteristics
Crew: 22
Length: 150 ft 4 in (45.82 m)
Wingspan: 148 ft 4 in (45.21 m)
Height: 42 ft 5 in (12.93 m)
Wing area: 283.4 sq ft (26.33 m2)
Empty weight: 172,795 lb (78,378 kg)
Max takeoff weight: 342,000 lb (155,129 kg)
Powerplant: 4 × CFM International CFM56-2A-2 turbofan engines
Performance
Maximum speed: 522 kn (601 mph, 967 km/h) dash speed
Cruise speed: 455 kn (524 mph, 843 km/h) at 40,000 ft (12,192 m)
Range: 6,600 nmi (7,600 mi, 12,200 km)
Combat range: 6,350 nmi (7,310 mi, 11,760 km)
Endurance: on station at 1,000 nmi (1,200 mi; 1,900 km)
10 hours 30 minutes unrefueled
28 hours 54 minutes with one refueling
72 hours maximum with multiple refuelings
Service ceiling: 40,000 ft (12,000 m)
Wing loading: 112.13 lb/sq ft (547.5 kg/m2)
Thrust/weight: 0.281
Critical field length: 6,700 ft (2,042 m)
Max effort take-off run: 5,400 ft (1,646 m)
Landing run at max landing weight: 2,600 ft (792 m)
